As communities across the nation continue to protest unfair treatment of citizens, Daytona Beach Mayor Derrick Henry has started an equity initiative so the community can come together to help take steps to achieve the dream of a bias-free society.
“It is incumbent upon every citizen, neighborhood, institution and business to respond to what I view as an opportunity to have thought-provoking conversations, and establish sensible equity approaches for our community,” said Mayor Henry. “There is a role for every segment of our society, including business, education, law enforcement, healthcare and government to make a difference for others in our community.”
The Mayor hosted a virtual listening session that was open to the public Monday, June 29.
Following the listening session, focus groups will work together during the next six months. Focus groups are: criminal justice, education, health/social services, media/business and neighborhood/clergy.
This is an opportunity for community members to provide constructive feedback on equity issues in our community. All listening sessions will be virtual.
Upcoming focus group meetings and links are below:
Business/Media
Tuesday, July 21
10 a.m. to noon
Link to join virtual meeting: Business/Media Focus Group Meeting
Meeting ID: 914 6960 9238
Health/Social Services
Wednesday, July 22
10 a.m. to noon
Link to join virtual meeting: Health/Social Services Focus Group Meeting
Meeting ID: 911 8576 0519
Criminal Justice
Thursday, July 23
10 a.m. to noon
Link to join virtual meeting: Criminal Justice Focus Group Meeting
Meeting ID: 923 2759 1203
Education
Thursday, July 23
2 to 4 p.m.
Link to join virtual meeting: Education Focus Group Meeting
Meeting ID: 915 1319 9331
Neighborhood/Clergy
Friday, July 24
10 a.m. to noon
Link to join virtual meeting: Neighborhood/Clergy Focus Group Meeting
Meeting ID: 972 7559 0861
To view the kick off meeting on June 29, click this link: https://daytonabeachfl.new.swagit.com/videos/71506
For more information about the Mayor’s Equity Initiative, visit www.codb.us/equityinitiative.