Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commission

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The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission (DEIC) is an advisory commission of the City of Lynnwood made up of community members and appointed by City Council. Their duties include advising elected officials and staff on effective strategies for public engagement and removing barriers, building relationships with community, and creating partnerships with local organizations.

The DEI Commission consists of seven (7) members who are appointed to serve three (3) year terms. 

Commissioner Requirements:

  • Lynnwood Resident: At least five (5) of the DEI Commissioners must live within Lynnwood city limits. However, the Commission may accept up to two (2) members that reside in the city's municipal urban growth area.
  • Registered voter: Voter registration requirements may be waived for up to two (2) members of the Commission, provided that the individual was born in a country other than the United States of America and the individual is actively working towards obtaining citizenship. 

 

 

 

Position # Member Term Expires
Position #1 Maryam Aburabie 12/31/2028
Position #2 Mara Brewster 12/31/2028
Position #3 Rosa Murillo 12/31/2027
Position #4 Rebecca Thornton 12/31/2027
Position #5 VACANT 12/31/2026
Position #6 VACANT 12/31/2026
Position #7 Melody Schneider 12/31/2028
Council Liaison    Isabel Mata 12/31/2026

 

All Are Welcome is an initiative of the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commission and is a part of the City's larger commitment to being a safe, welcoming, and equitable city for all.

Please join us in the effort to create a safe and welcoming city by displaying an All Are Welcome decal at your business, community gathering place, and even your home!

To request a decal, contact Doug Raiford at equity@LynnwoodWA.gov or 425-670-5004.

 

 

Lynnwood's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission is excited to announce that applications are now open for the Spring 2026 Neighborhood Equity Grant!

The Lynnwood Neighborhood Equity Grant offers monetary awards up to $1,000 for local projects, service improvements, events or initiatives that support Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts and serve Lynnwood residents. Projects should align with the City of Lynnwood Strategic Plan of being a diverse, welcoming, equitable, and livable city as well as the City's goal of pursuing and maintaining collaborative relationships with the community.

Through this initiative, the DEI Commission aims to strengthen connections across Lynnwood's varied neighborhoods while supporting the local community organizations that make our city more inclusive and connected.

Apply for the Spring 2026 Award here!

Past Awards:

Contact Us

Phone

425-670-5533

Email

equity@lynnwoodwa.gov

Location

Lynnwood Recreation Center
18900 44th Ave W
Lynnwood
98036
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Get Involved

Interested in joining the Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Commission? 

Click the link below to fill out our on-line application:

 

 

If you need a paper copy please contact the Executive Office at executiveoffice@LynnwoodWA.gov or 425-670-5001

 

Contact

Staff Liaison:

Kyle Ward
kward@lynnwoodwa.gov

Meetings

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:30 PM. 

Meetings will be held at the Lynnwood Recreation Center, Room 105, (18900 44th Ave W), and members of the public may attend remotely by visiting the following Ring Central Link: https://v.ringcentral.com/join/80848908

Meeting ID: 808489083

All meetings are open to the public.

 

 

 

DEIC Calendar

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