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DIVERSE POPULATION GROWTH SINCE 2010


Nearly 40% of statewide population growth over the last decade is from racially and ethnically diverse communities. We work with state-wide partners to create thriving environments in the face of a changing  demographic landscape. 

> Source: Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute

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PERCENTAGE OF DIVERSE POPULATION IN UTAH


We pride ourselves in serving Utah's racially and ethnically diverse communities, which make up 22% of the state's total population. In this work, we build proximity with communities and foster open spaces for dialogue to address intersectional experiences that include gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, language, and disability.

> Source: Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute

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OUR PARTNERS IN THIS WORK


With over 50 partners spanning from government, non-profits, philanthropists, and other private and public sectors, we commit to advancing opportunity in collaborative ways.

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The State of Equity in Utah

Our equity efforts are multifaceted and we work with multiple partners across the state to advance opportunity in various sectors.

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Equity Learning Resources

We believe that education builds awareness and can create the understanding necessary to identify solutions and unify efforts in a collaborative way.


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How We Engage Communities

We prioritize engagement opportunities by interacting with community groups, government-oriented organizations, and ongoing initiatives to build trusting relationships, feedback loops, and co-create solutions to community needs.


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Grant OpportunIties

In collaboration with the Utah Department of Cultural & Community Engagement, we offer various grant programs to support community organizations in their work towards resource expansion and opportunity.

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About Us

Utah Multicultural Commission


The Utah Multicultural Commission is a community-informed and policy-driven body that focuses on building relationships with policy makers and state partners to elevate the needs and concerns of historically underserved and underrepresented Utahns.  This commission will become an anchor resource and advisory group on relevant and necessary quality of life strategies to help all Utahns thrive.


Policy-Driven, Community-Informed


Our Purpose

The commission develops recommendations in partnership with state leaders and stakeholders to advance opportunity and address disparities. Focus areas include: Housing, Education, Economy, Health, and Criminal & Juvenile Justice. 

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Who We Are


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Nubia Peña

Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs

Division Director

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Claudia Loayza

Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs

Commission Staffer (cloayza@utah.gov)

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Luna Banuri

Utah Muslim Civic League

Commission Co-Chair

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Shawn Newell

Waves Consulting

Commission Co-Chair

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Brittney Cummins

Senior Governor Advisor

Education

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Emmie Gardner

Holy Cross Ministries

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Tracy Gruber

Senior Governor Advisor

Health & Human Services

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Meredith Lam

Provo City School District

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Verona Mauga

Renew Wellness Recovery

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Rhiana Medina

Moab Valley Multicultural Center

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Wayne Neiderhouser

Senior Governor Advisor

Housing & Homelessness

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Kevin Nguyễn

University of Utah

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Tom Ross

Senior Governor Advisor

Criminal & Juvenile Justice

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Ryan Starks

Senior Governor Advisor

Economy

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Trhas Tafere

Bear River Health Department

Who We Are


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Nubia Peña

Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs

Division Director

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Claudia Loayza

Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs

Commission Staffer (cloayza@utah.gov)

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Luna Banuri

Utah Muslim Civic League

Commission Co-Chair

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Shawn Newell

Waves Consulting

Commission Co-Chair

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Brittney Cummins

Senior Governor Advisor

Education

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Emmie Gardner

Holy Cross Ministries

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Tracy Gruber

Senior Governor Advisor

Health & Human Services

Placeholder Image

Meredith Lam

Provo City School District

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Verona Mauga

Renew Wellness Recovery

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Rhiana Medina

Moab Valley Multicultural Center

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Wayne Neiderhouser

Senior Governor Advisor

Housing & Homelessness

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Kevin Nguyễn

University of Utah

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Tom Ross

Senior Governor Advisor

Criminal & Juvenile Justice

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Ryan Starks

Senior Governor Advisor

Economy

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Trhas Tafere

Bear River Health Department


Join the Commission

Members of the public are invited to apply for membership on the Commission. To apply, visit boards.utah.gov/s/how-to-apply and follow the steps listed on the page. Search for "Utah Multicultural Commission" to review details and expectations before starting your application.


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