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Organizers call Lacey's first regional DEI summit a success; youth panel and interjurisdictional follow-up planned
Summary
Organizers and commissioners described the inaugural Thurston-area Diversity, Equity and Inclusion summit as well-attended and positively received. The event drew roughly 270 attendees, featured a youth panel and keynote speaker Erin Jones, produced strong interest in follow-up collaboration and secured a venue for next year on April 8 at SPSCC.
Organizers reported that the first regional Diversity, Equity and Inclusion summit for Thurston County achieved its goals of building shared understanding and encouraging collaborative action among jurisdictions, community groups and residents.
"The event was very successful. The environment, the atmosphere was of trust and joy and collaboration," organizer Veronica said in a post-event summary. She told commissioners the planning team recorded more than 200 confirmations and roughly 270 participants when walk-ins were included.
Key elements that participants praised included a youth panel, a keynote address by…
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