Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commission Looking for New Members

Published on January 06, 2022

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Lynnwood's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commission is Looking for New Members - Apply Today!

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission (DEIC) is an advisory commission of the City of Lynnwood whose duties shall be to provide advice and recommendations to the Mayor and City Council in regard to the following:

  • Achieving Lynnwood’s Community Vision of being a ‘welcoming city’ and a ‘cohesive community that respects all’;
  • Recommending effective strategies for public engagement, removing barriers, and increasing access to city services to our city’s diverse population;
  • Advising on how to address root causes of inequities and lack of access and recommending opportunities for community partnerships;
  • Facilitate in building relationships with underserved and underrepresented communities and serving as Trusted Messengers to the community at large.

Members are appointed to serve three-year terms and must live in Lynnwood. 

DEIHow to Apply:

  • Applicants must have a Lynnwood address.
  • Complete an online application, which can be found on theAdvisory Board Web Page.
  • Attend an upcoming Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commission Meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 12 at 6:30pm and will be held via Zoom.

Visit the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion web page for meeting links and more information.

For questions about the Commission, contact Doug Raiford, Race & Social Justice Coordinator at draiford@LynnwoodWA.gov or 425-670-5004.

 

All Are Welcome

 

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