Workshop | Utilizing Equity and Community Engagement Tools to Drive Meaningful Change

In this engaging and informative presentation, attendees will learn strategies for implementing equity tools within their organizations and communities.

Key takeaways:

• Identifying Disparities: Learn how to leverage equity and community engagement tools to uncover and analyze disparities, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of underlying issues.

• Driving Change: Discover effective strategies for using these toolkits to implement impactful changes that promote equity and inclusivity in your jurisdiction.

• Engaging Departments: Understand the critical importance of involving internal stakeholders in the implementation process. Learn techniques to enhance trust, foster mutual understanding, and build stronger, more inclusive networks within your organization.

• Tool Differentiation: Explore the unique features of each tool and understand their specific applications. Gain insights into how to seamlessly integrate these tools into your daily workflow for continuous improvement and sustained impact.

Join us for a dynamic session that combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, ensuring you leave with actionable skills to make a tangible difference in your community and organization.

Handout(s):

1. COH Equity Toolkit

2. Community Engagement and Equity Flow Chart

3. Community Engagement Framework

4. Train the Trainer Outline

Eunice Makinde is the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Manager for the City of Hillsboro, Oregon. With a strong educational background in Secondary Education and Community Psychology from Concordia University, Eunice has held significant roles including Assistant Director of Diversity and Inclusion at Portland State University co-creating PSU’s ATMOS program, and Director of Every Child Portland. In Hillsboro, she focuses on fostering a sense of belonging and ensuring equal access to resources. Eunice employs a strengths-based approach and integrates design thinking and experiential learning to promote inclusive environments and systemic change.

Marcus Ford (he/him) is the Community Engagement Manager for the City of Hillsboro, Oregon, where he began working in December 2022. Marcus has a history of connecting people from various walks of life and has a deep-rooted passion for equity work. He is thrilled to contribute to the growth of the City of Hillsboro, amplifying the needs of diverse communities in the region. He is a skilled trainer, facilitator, and public speaker committed to ensuring all voices are heard.