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Diversity & Inclusion Committee
The mission of the Diversity and Inclusion Committee is to advise the Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland on public policy relating to ethnic affairs, promote the involvement of all ethnic groups in business and community affairs, and advocate services and programs relating to the quality of life for all residents.
Meeting Minutes
Regular Meetings
- 2nd Monday of every month
- 7:00 PM
- 100 West Washington St 1st Floor, Suite 1301, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Members
Name | Term Expiration |
|---|---|
Terrence Ngwa, Chair | Term Expires October 31, 2024 |
Angela Yamashita, Vice-Chair | Term Expires January 31, 2027 |
Jeanine Salifou, Secretary | Term Expires January 31, 2027 |
ZSun-nee Miller-Matema | Term Expires August 31, 2024 |
Fatima Sakarya | Term Expires January 31, 2027 |
Eric Schwartz | Term Expires January 31, 2027 |
Allenia Washington | Term Expires March 31, 2027 |
Each individual member must demonstrate an interest in cultural and community outreach, to include political and economical empowerment in Washington County.
Ex-Officio Members
Name | Title |
|---|---|
John F. Barr | County Commissioner |
Tiarra Burnett | City of Hagerstown Councilmember |
Melissa Williams | Board of Education |
Duties Include (but not limited to):
- To undertake the task of gathering and disseminating information from and about the growing diverse ethnic population of Washington County, Maryland;
- Foster a climate of mutual respect among different ethnic groups and peoples in the County by improving communication between the diverse groups and communities;
- Bridge the cultural diversity of all ethnic groups in the County;
- Offer input to the Commissioners relating to County and community issues by encouraging the discussion of differing viewpoints to promote an understanding in a multicultural environment;
- Advise the Commissioners on how County government can be more inclusive of the diverse community in which we live by providing guidance on issues such as employment, employee relations and citizen participation in government processes;
- Coordinate and promote ethnic festivals to add to the quality of excellence the community enjoys through public performances; and,
- Annually nominate and select person(s) and organizations for the “Attitudes for America Award”.
County Clerk Menu
County Clerk
100 West Washington Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Room 1101
Telephone: 240-313-2204
FAX: 240-313-2201
The office is open from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday
