DIRE-Diversity, Inclusion, Racial Equity Committee virtual Mtg – 6.7.21
Mohammed Memfis, chair of DIRE, commended and cheered as he closes out his final DIRE Mtg. THANK YOU Mr. Memfis!
Mohammed Memfis, chair of DIRE, commended and cheered as he closes out his final DIRE Mtg. THANK YOU Mr. Memfis!
Drea Finley to leave DIRE at end of 1st yr term. Cites frustration, truth of their experience, weight of Gina Coleman, Aruna D’Souza, Bilal Ansari departure from DIRE Comm and culmination of year of not being seen/heard/respected.
DIRE member Aruna D'Souza to leave the committee at the end of June. Process unclear on filling the vacancy.
DIRE discusses member rotation, formalizing processes.
DIRE hears statements on Town Climate, Needs Assessment, and reflects on meeting with WPD & next steps.