Race, Equality, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee – (REEI)

Join Our Board and Make a Lasting Impact!

Are you passionate about community growth and innovation? Do you have experience in leadership, strategy, or nonprofit management? We’re looking for dedicated individuals to join our Committee!

As a board member, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the future of our organization, contributing your unique skills to help us achieve our mission. You’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with like-minded professionals, guide our strategic initiatives, and make decisions that positively impact our community.

We’re seeking individuals with expertise in:

  • Community and economic development
  • Financial management and fundraising
  • Strategic planning and governance
  • Partnership and relationship-building

If you’re committed to making a difference and eager to contribute your insights, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in driving meaningful change!

Apply today and be part of something bigger. The deadline to apply is November 25th. Click here for the application!

Sanford Speaks

The City of Sanford is committed to ensuring we are inclusive and accepting of all people, because the strength of our community is our diversity. Building on the national initiative to create more equitable communities, the City of Sanford, in partnership with the Sanford Police Department and the Peace and Justice Institute, invites you to attend one of two community dialogues, Sanford Speaks. Sanford Speaks creates a safe space for participants to express concerns, needs and visions for the community in relation to diversity, equity and inclusion. 

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REEI Committee Members

  • Dr. Velma Williams
  • Michael Foster – Vice-Chair
  • Dr. Patrice Anderson
  • Kenneth Bentley
  • Turner Clayton
  • Barbara Coleman-Foster – Vice-Chair
  • Tony Hernandez
  • Tamara Johnson
  • Meghan Killingsworth
  • Anwar Syed
  • Dr. Kimberly Waters
  • Venise White
  • Officer Michael Hernandez

Read the Report!

The 2023 Report from the Race, Equality, Equity and Inclusion Committee has been completed. This report contains the results of the Sanford Speaks Community Dialogue Events and associated data.

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