March 2026 Equity Article

March 2026 - "Nothing about us without us." — Disability Rights Movement 

  • Add the “LCInclusidates” Outlook calendar to learn about diverse holidays and observations taking place throughout the year! 

Foundations of Belonging Trainings 2026: During this 1-hour training, we will learn, engage, and begin to define what a culture of belonging in Lane County is. 

  • This foundational content is offered every other month starting in March and alternates between virtual and in person sessions. Registration available on LEAP here
  • March 24, 2026, from 3-4 PM (virtual), May 28, 2026, from 10-11 AM (in person at Public Works), July 20, 2026, from 12-1 PM (virtual), September 30, 2026, from 3-4 PM (in person at Developmental Disability Services), December 10, 2026, from 11 AM – 12 PM (virtual).  

Equity Program Advisory Board (EPAB)The next regular meeting is on April 28, 2026. 

  • EPAB welcomed three new alternate members during our January meeting! 
  • EPAB members and the Equity Program will present to the Board of County Commissioners in mid to late April – exact date TBD. 

[COMING SOON] Trauma-Informed Care and Public Service Training (non-HHS): Trauma is more common than many realize — and it affects how people behave, work, and connect with others. This 4-hour interactive training will cover the basic principles of trauma-informed care (TIC).  

  • Date, Time, Location: TBD, next one estimated for April. 
  • No background in health or social services is needed — just an interest in building a more supportive and responsive workplace.