Office of Social Equity & Innovation

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The Mayor’s Office of Social Equity and Innovation (OSEI) was established to develop and implement the policies, programs, regulations, and initiatives of the City and County of Denver related to race, social equity, and social justice.

We Lead With Equity

Denver believes that equity is when race and other social identities can no longer be used to predict life outcomes. Research tells us that when equity is the primary focus, with diversity and inclusion as supportive facets, all segments of communities are improved. This allows individuals who have often been institutionally marginalized and historically disadvantaged to be fully engaged and supported to achieve successful outcomes. Because of this, the OSEI emphasizes Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, EDI, as the order of our efforts, not DEI.

Read our 2021 Annual Report(PDF, 488KB)

About Our Office

Mission

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We utilize best and innovative practices to lead Denver in transformative change with a commitment to equitable outcomes.

Vision

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Equity is embedded in all facets of Denver’s operations.

Values

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Given the structural and institutional inequities that impact the Denver community, our work centers those who have been negatively impacted by racial and social injustices.

How We Define Equity

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When race and other social identities can no longer be used to predict life outcomes

Equity Process

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Equity is achieved through the advancement of policies and practices that center those who are underrepresented and have been historically disadvantaged.

Goals of the OSEI

  • The OSEI’s staff expertise will directly influence policies, budget, and programmatic decisions to lead agencies in achieving measurable changes in racial and social equity in Denver.
  • The OSEI will train all Denver staff in its Race and Social Justice Academy.
  • The OSEI will develop concrete methodologies of utilizing and analyzing data to craft approaches to system changes.
  • The OSEI will create a direct link with the community that will guide, shape, and drive aspects of our work.

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Contact the Office of Social Equity & Innovation

SocialEquity@denvergov.org

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