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View the latest news releases and events from the Milwaukee County Office of Equity.
Milwaukee County Equity Compass
Learn about how the Milwaukee County Office of Equity's programs and services contribute to Milwaukee County's ability to create better health outcomes, increase economic stability, and increase public safety.
News Releases
Milwaukee County to Create Wealth-Building Strategies for Local Residents
Milwaukee County Office of Equity Hosts Government Contracting Workshop For Small Business Owners
Milwaukee County Office of Equity Presents "County Days" with launch in West Allis.
Video Series: Honoring the Power of the Past, Present & Future of Milwaukee
The “Honoring the Past, Present and Future of Milwaukee” video series focuses on Milwaukee County’s path toward creating a Milwaukee County where health and other outcomes improve for all residents no matter who they are or where they live because everyone has access to the same playing fields of opportunity.
OOE Videos
Set the Tone
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson, and Former Milwaukee County Office of Equity Executive Director, Jeff Roman describe a new vision for the County. A vision where health and other outcomes improve for all residents no matter who they are or where they live because everyone has access to the same playing fields of opportunity
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Meet Executive David Crowley | Meet Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson
Re-Engaging Community
During and post the COVID-19 pandemic, Milwaukee County shifted how it responds to the needs of the community by being in the community. Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors Felesia Martin of the 7th District and First Vice Chair Sequanna Taylor of the 5th District provide commentary.
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Diversified Leadership, Elevating Directors & Supervisors
This video reflects on the full diversity within every level of County government. Milwaukee County Register of Deeds Israel Ramón and Milwaukee County Department of Health and Human Services Director Shakita LaGrant-McClain give their perspectives on how Milwaukee County is setting the example of inclusivity in Wisconsin.
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Achieving Racial Equity and Health
The conversation centers on being intentional in examining how our policies, budget and operational decisions, and services impact the lives of all residents. Lamont Robinson, Director of Community Business Development for the Milwaukee County Office of Procurement, and Isaac Rowlett, Strategy Director for the Milwaukee County Office of Strategy Budget, and Performance share how their respective areas are making a difference.
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Healthiest County
Milwaukee County and all its departments focus on health beyond its traditional definition – access to healthy food, neighborhoods, transportation, and more. Milwaukee County Chief Health Policy Advisor and Office of Emergency Management Medical Director Dr. Ben Weston, along with Community Health Equity Advocate Liliane Payne, share why it’s crucial that we prioritize the outcomes that impact the health of a community and its residents.
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Technical Assistance Request
For all county departments and community organizations looking for technical assistance or capacity building support from the Office of Equity, use our technical assistance request form.
Language Access Translation Request
For all county departments and community organizations looking for translation services support from Office of Equity, use our language access translation request form.
Collaborative Sponsorship/ Partnership Request
For all county departments and community organizations looking to have the Office of Equity sponsor or partner for their event, use our sponsorship/ partnership request form.