We are committed to Diversity, Equity,
Inclusion, and Belonging.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are at the core of Leadership Council SMC's work including governance, organizational culture, and leadership development opportunities.

Leadership Council SMC is committed to supporting efforts across the County to ensure that those who live or work here see leadership as representative, accessible, and achievable by all.

Representative Leadership

Those who live and work in San Mateo County must see local leadership as a reflection of their communities. Through community participation in our programs, we demonstrate the diverse perspectives and lived experiences that should be at every decision-making table.

Members of the CORPS Class of 2023 Regional Learning Team meet San Mateo County District 1 Supervisor Dave Pine in his conference room and share their research on childcare issues facing the county.

Patricia Love, Executive Director, Strategy and Communications at the San Mateo County Office of Education,Kate Hiester, Peninsula Regional Director of Fresh Lifelines for Youth (FLY), and Kalimah Salahuddin, Co-Founder of REACH Coalition, Jefferson Union High School District Trustee, and CORPS Class of 2022 Alumni, pose during a Learning Day.

Developing the Leadership Pipeline

Through our intentional outreach, our program participants reflect the demographics of SMC.

We Are Accountable

Every person must feel welcome and represented in our programs. Our goal is for anyone who lives or works in San Mateo County to see leadership as representative, accessible, and achievable. We hold ourselves accountable for this work by setting objectives and measurable goals.