News from Equity & Inclusion
News and announcements from the City of Albuquerque's Office of Equity & Inclusion.
New Office of Equity and Inclusion Appointees Will Expand Impact of Anti-Racism Work, Data Analysis, and Tribal Government Outreach
Public invited to meet new team, learn more about the City’s Equity & Inclusion, Civil Rights and Consumer Protection work at an open house tomorrow
City of Albuquerque Improves Score on National LGBTQ+ Report Card
Albuquerque has made progress over the past year in LGBTQ equality and inclusion.
City’s Equity & Inclusion Director Selected for National Equity Network
Michelle Melendez one of only 10 nationwide selected for Chief Equity Officer Policy Network, a national cohort of leaders developing equity-focused policies.
City Partners with National Indian Youth Council to Increase Native American City Employment and Career Pathways
City of Albuquerque and Partner Organizations to Host Citizenship and Community Resource Fair
Resource Fair to increase naturalization rates across the city.
City of Albuquerque Awarded $1.3 Million Grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation
Funding will further efforts to increase equity and diversity in the City's workforce
City of Albuquerque Establishes Blueprint for Financial Empowerment
Blueprint will provide education and access to financial security for Albuquerque residents.
Organizations Team Up to Provide LGBTIQ+ Pride House at National Senior Games
Pride House Provides A Safe Space for LGBTIQ+ Athletes and Supporters
Torri Jacobus, Head of the Office of Civil Rights for the City of Albuquerque Selected for Prestigious Public Rights Fellowship
Fellowship Will Provide Skills and Resources to Further Albuquerque as an Inclusive and Equitable City.
City/County Kick-Off 2020 Census Complete Count Committee
Complete and accurate count of our population is essential. Count is used to distribute billions of dollars in federal funds to Albuquerque and Bernalillo County.
City of Albuquerque Hosts 140 Cities and Counties for a National Conversation on Race and Equity
City leaders shared current efforts and engaged in conversations to make Albuquerque more inclusive and equitable for all Burqueños.
City of Albuquerque Steps Up to Assist Asylum Seekers Easter Weekend
Mayor Keller outlines city assistance to 100 asylum seekers, announces capacity building efforts with other cities and partners for coming weeks.
Mayor Tim Keller, Councilor Ken Sanchez Release Statements Following Passage of Ordinance Recognizing Tribal Sovereignty, Government-to-Government Relations
Relationship between the City of Albuquerque and the surrounding pueblos and tribes strengthened.
Mayor Tim Keller Proclaims Human Rights Day
The City of Albuquerque officially recognizes December 10, 2018 as Human Rights Day
City of Albuquerque and Local Nonprofits Host First Citizenship Event as Part of New Partnership
The partnership is part of a nationwide initiative of municipalities and community organizations working together to promote citizenship.
Mayor Tim Keller Proclaims Indigenous Peoples Day
The City of Albuquerque officially recognizes October 8 as Indigenous Peoples Day.
Albuquerque Receives Better Than Average Score on National LGBTQ Report Card
City Leadership Receives Top Score for Stances on Equality
"ABQ is Home" Citizenship Launch on Citizenship Day
City of Albuquerque Joins Local Immigrant & Refugee-based Organizations to Launch “Albuquerque is Home” Citizenship Initiative.
Mayor Tim Keller’s Administration Receives ‘Safe Zone Training’
Equality New Mexico, Transgender Resource Center, UNM LGBTQ Resource Center partnered to provide the LGBTQ cultural competency training to the City of Albuquerque’s leadership team
Leaders Launch 'Racial Equity Here' Commitment
Government, civic and business leaders launch "Racial Equity Here" commitment to dismantle structural racism in America.
Office Helps Distribute Youth Bus Passes
The Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs helps distribute 1,500 Youth Bus Passes.
2018 Gathering of Nations Week
Information about the City of Albuquerque's 2018 Gathering of Nations Week.
Mayor Interviews Labor Icon Dolores Huerta
View a video of Mayor Tim Keller interviewing labor icon Dolores Huerta.
Equity Director a Panelist at National Conference
The Government Alliance on Race and Equity is a growing network of cities committed to equity.