The Office of Economic Engagement and Community Development
About the Office of Economic Engagement and Community Development
The Office of Economic Engagement and Community Development is charged with strengthening communities and businesses to achieve economic growth and prosperity through strategic partnerships and targeted development initiatives.
"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 Office of Economic Engagement and Community Development focuses on forging a future where empowered communities drive inclusive economic growth, creating boundless opportunities for all through transformative innovation.
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
Core Actions
Core Values
Our Goals
Workforce Development
Community Engagement
Economic Opportunity
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