In September 2019, Governor Ralph S. Northam appointed Dr. Janice Underwood to serve the Commonwealth, as the nation’s first cabinet-level Chief Diversity Officer. With the creation of the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Virginia is becoming a national exemplar in addressing the historical injustices and inequities that have existed for the last 400 years within all systems across our Commonwealth.
The shared goal of the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is to develop Virginia into an inclusive state where people can live, learn, work, visit, and thrive. The purpose of the DEI office is to:
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Specific Guidance for Faith Leaders and Faith Communities
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The equity leadership task force directs the work of the Health Equity Work Group (HEWG) as part of the unified command for the Commonwealth of Virginia.
August 6, 2020: Watch Governor Northam's Community Townhall on Racial Equity and Policing Reform.
June 24, 2020: Watch Governor Northman’s Interfaith Prayer Vigil