November 2025 - Equity Article

November 2025 - “Belonging is remembering who we are in relation to all that lives.” - Linda Hogan (Chickasaw Nation) 

  • Add the “LCInclusidates” Outlook calendar to learn about diverse holidays and observations taking place throughout the year! 

Cultures of Belonging Trainings 2025: During this 1-hour training, we will learn, engage, and begin to define what a culture of belonging in Lane County is. 

  • This introductory content is being repeated monthly through the end of the year. Registration available on LEAP here 
  • 2025 remaining dates: 11/20 (in person at DDS), and 12/19 (virtual) 
  • 2026 dates: Working on scheduling every other month and will be shared soon! 

Trauma-Informed Care Training (non-H&HS Staff): Trauma is more common than many realize — and it affects how people behave, work, and connect with others. This 4-hour interactive training will cover the basic principles of trauma-informed care (TIC).  

  • Save the Date: 12/6/25 from 1-5 PM at the PSB 
  • No background in health or social services is needed — just an interest in building a more supportive and responsive workplace 
  • LEAP registration will be available soon! 

Equity Program Advisory Board (EPAB): The next regular meeting is on 1/27/26.