The Diversity Commission of the City of Federal Way

The Diversity Commission is here to enrich the lives of all people who live, work, and play in Federal Way by advising and guiding city government with an equity lens, on policies, procedures, practices and current/emerging issues. 

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Community Commitments
1. To partner and serve as conduit to the community for City leadership with the goal to help remove barriers and increase accessibility to City services for our diverse populations.
2.  To collaborate with City leadership to eliminate all forms of discrimination intentional or non-intentional and help diverse communities be an active part of city growth. 
3. The Diversity Commission is dedicated to helping Federal Way become a city where all people feel a sense of belonging and where there is equitable access to information and opportunities for all.

 

Our Community Events:

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration - Happening January 16, 2027!

Each year, Federal Way hosts a special event to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This free community gathering features engaging speakers, powerful performances, and opportunities to connect with local organizations. The program focuses on reflection, unity, and continuing Dr. King's vision of justice and equality for all. 

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Federal Way Community Festival - Coming back in 2027!

The Federal Way Diversity Commission and City of Federal Way host the annual Federal Way Community Festival, celebrating the diverse cultures and communities that make Federal Way a vibrant place to live, work, and play. The free, family-friendly festival features kids’ activities, food vendors, entertainment, exhibitors, and local community resources. Click here to view photos from our 2026 event.

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Diversity Commission Annual Book Donation

Annual Work Plan
To access and review the Diversity Commission's annual work plan for 2025, please select the following link: Annual Work Plan for 2025

One-Year Strategic Objectives

  1. Engage with Federal Way residents and businesses through community listening sessions with intentions to build knowledge about local and regional diversity, equity, access, and inclusion (DEAI) issues and partner with City leadership/staff to co-create solutions to challenges.
  2. The Commission will partner with City leadership/staff to co-develop equity processes/tools to increase equitable outcomes for all residents and stakeholders for City of Federal Way.
  3. Equity tools can be in the form of best practices, e.g., checklists, worksheets, etc., to assist with updating current policies/procedures/practices to increase equitable outcomes for all. Equity tools are working documents and should be adjusted to best serve changing demographics with community input.
  4. Equity processes will ensure community members that may have historically experienced negative impacts by current/past city actions be actively engaged early in the decision-making process to prevent harmful impacts.
     

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Current Diversity Commission Members (appointed pursuant to FWRC 2.65):

  • Jennifer Kiiru
  • George Houston
  • Craig Patrick, Vice Chair
  • Chika Onyejiaka
  • Shante Lane, Chair
  • Carmen-Gloria Kaler
  • Ron Walker
  • Donna Arnold
  • Ayana Freeman
  • Vacant, Alternate Position
  • Vacant, Alternate Position
     

Meetings

5:30 pm
Second Thursday of each month at City Hall
City Calendar

Federal Way City Hall - Hylebos Conference Room
33325 8th Ave S
Federal Way, WA 98003

Current and past meeting packets and agendas

For virtual attendance: By request via email, a Zoom meeting invitation will be provided approximately 24 hours in advance of the meeting.
 

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