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Office of Equity and Inclusion

Works to provide equitable access to County resources, services, and opportunities that allow for inclusion and the upward mobility of all community members.

The Office of Equity and Inclusion (EI) is located within the Mecklenburg County Manager’s Office. EI works to provide equitable access to County resources, services, and opportunities that allow for inclusion and the upward mobility of all community members. Equity and Inclusion also strives to invest in County employees through educational and training opportunities.  

The Equity and Inclusion Office brings together resources through partnerships to identify and address community problems such as economic opportunity, community safety, access to health and human services, education and affordable housing.

Mecklenburg County provides equitable access to resources, services, and opportunities that allow for inclusion and the upward mobility of all community members. The County also strives to invest in its employees through diverse hiring, educational and promotional practices.

Video Resources

Jan. 14, 2025: Budget/Public Policy Workshop Presentation

The FY2025 Equity Action Plan was first presented to the Board of County Commissioners during their Jan. 14. 2025 Budget/Public Policy Workshop.

Jan. 29 - 31, 2025: FY2026 Budget Retreat Presentation

The Board of County Commissioners received a detailed report about the FY2025 Equity Action Plan during the FY2026 Budget Retreat held Jan. 29 - 31, 2025.

Mecklenburg Minute: Equity and Inclusion

Learn about the development of the County's first Equity Action Plan.

Office of Equity and Inclusion Overview

Learn about the development of the Office of Equity and Inclusion.