Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

About the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is charged with leading the DEI strategies and implementation for Franklin County. By utilizing a racial equity framework we advance the principles of DEI in areas of workforce engagement, education and training, community initiatives, small and emerging businesses outreach and procurement.

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"It is not our differences that divide us. It is our inability to recognize, accept, and celebrate those differences."
~ Audre Lorde, US-American writer and activist

Our Story

The Franklin County Commissioners and the Administration’s push for equity throughout Franklin County includes an internal review of the county’s policies and racial breakdown. Disparities have long been entrenched in daily life, so much so that many go unrecognized for the inequities they cause. The county’s efforts below and others will help Franklin County reach its goal of equity.

Our Why

Dismantle internal and external systems of oppression
Advocate for changes in policy, processes, and practices
Address racial economic inequality to advance wealth equity and prosperity
Enhance contracting opportunities for small and minority-owned businesses
Create a workforce that is representative of the community we serve
Promote fair treatment in hiring, promotion, performance evaluation, and corrective action
Cultivate an environment of dignity, respect, and belonging
Develop ongoing education and training on implicit bias, anti-racism, and cultural intelligence