Welcome to the City of Edmonds Diversity Commission whose purpose is to promote an environment that accepts, celebrates, and appreciates diversity within the community. The nine-member volunteer advisory Commission is intended to:
- Serve as a resource for City government and the community by providing information, education, and communication that facilitates a better understanding and celebrates our differences.
- Provide recommendations to the Mayor and City Council that would identify opportunities to address diversity issues, promote diversity programs, and/or provide guidance to create a more accessible, safe, welcoming and inclusive government and community.
- Assist the City of Edmonds in supporting and challenging all areas of government and the community to eliminate and prevent all forms of discrimination.
Commissioners are appointed for three-year terms.
Diversity Commission Grant Program. Check back in the fall for information on 2020 grants.
Diversity Film Series - October through April (except December) on Third Saturdays at Noon. Check back in the fall for the 2019/2020 schedule.
Upcoming Regional Events Intended to Embrace Diversity and Encourage Inclusiveness:
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OPPORTUNITIES: Leadership Snohomish County is excited to announce the new Leadership for Racial Equity Cohort!, a five-month certification program that was co-deigned by Racial Equity expert Bernardo Ruiz. For more information click here.