Title
Experiences of Discrimination in Olympia Report Briefing
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
The Social Justice and Equity Commission recommends receiving an update on the Community Discrimination in Olympia report.
City Manager Recommendation:
Receive a briefing on the Experiences of Discrimination in Olympia Report.
Report
Issue:
Whether to receive a briefing on the Experiences of Discrimination in Olympia Report.
Staff Contact:
Tobi Hill-Meyer, Social Justice and Equity Program Manager, 360.753.8285
Presenter(s):
Tobi Hill-Meyer, Social Justice and Equity Program Manager
Yien Wang Folino, Managing Principal, Truclusion
Dane Wolfrom, Senior Manager, Truclusion
Dr. Ashley Gardner, Principal Researcher, Truclusion
Background and Analysis:
When the Social Justice and Equity Commission was established with a purpose to "eliminate racism and fulfill human rights for a just and equitable Olympia for all people," and to work to identify, respond to, and ultimately reduce discrimination occurring within the city.
The Social Justice and Equity Commission, as a part of its 2023-2024 work plan, worked with consultant group, Truclusion, to conduct an assessment of discrimination occurring in Olympia. The purpose of conducting the assessment is to better understand occurrences of discrimination from the perspective of Olympia community members who experience it, so that the findings can inform the Commission's further work in determining how they contribute to accomplishing their mission.
The Experiences of Discrimination in Olympia Report is the result of a survey and series of interviews conducted over the spring and summer of 2023, which included a survey of roughly 2,000 respondents and 60 follow up interviews. The report findings detail the kinds of discrimination people in Olympia experience, how common those experiences are, and how those experiences look different for different social group identities. Benefits to learning how Olympians e...
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