Austin Equity and Inclusion

Austin Equity and Inclusion Contact information, map and directions, contact form, opening hours, services, ratings, photos, videos and announcements from Austin Equity and Inclusion, Government Organization, 505 Barton Springs Road, Suite 515, Austin, TX.

Austin Equity and Inclusion, part of the City of Austin, works to remove barriers, uphold civil rights, and advance equity through programs, policies, and community engagement.

We are excited to have you join us for our in-person April 2026 EAT meeting! 🗓️ Saturday, May 9, 2026 🕕 10:30 am to 1:00...
05/08/2026

We are excited to have you join us for our in-person April 2026 EAT meeting!

🗓️ Saturday, May 9, 2026
🕕 10:30 am to 1:00 pm
📍Menchaca Branch Library
👉 RSVP bit.ly/May2026EAT

Join us to talk about community engagement connected to the City's boards and commissions and recommendations around the City's budget process.

We reserve time for community updates, shout-outs, and resource sharing, too! 🤩

We look forward to being in community with you. Come as you are, when you can!

📣 The 2026 Fair Housing & Economic Mobility Conference is bringing Austin’s housing, health, education, policy, philanth...
04/28/2026

📣 The 2026 Fair Housing & Economic Mobility Conference is bringing Austin’s housing, health, education, policy, philanthropic, education, community, business, and workforce leaders under one roof.

Expect:

✔️Panels on housing stability, neighborhood conditions, and economic mobility
✔️Fair Housing law updates with practical tools for advocates
✔️An interactive look at the City’s new Economic Mobility Index
✔️Networking with practitioners from across the region

This free, all-day event takes place on Wednesday, April 29 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Norris Conference Center. Join us as we connect efforts citywide and strengthen opportunities for every Austinite.

Our Lunch Keynote Panel on Accelerating Pathways to Economic Mobility features:

👉🏽 Remarks from City of Austin Chief of Staff, Genesis Gavino
👉🏽Producer and Host of K*T Radio, Miles Bloxson as our Keynote Panel Moderator; and
👉🏽Speakers Henry Van de Putte, President and CEO of Meals on Wheels Central Texas; Sharon Vigil, Chief Executive Office of Communities in Schools; Fran Baylor, Senior Director of Asset Funders Network; Ingrid Taylor, Chief Executive Officer of United Way for Greater Austin; and Carmen Llanes, Founding Executive Director of GAVA (Go Austin/Vamos Austin).

🔗 Register now: https://speakupaustin.org/fairhousing

Go Austin/Vamos Austin Communities In Schools of Central Texas Meals on Wheels Central Texas K*T Austin Asset Funders Network United Way for Greater Austin

🌟 Why attend the Fair Housing & Economic Mobility Conference?Here are 3 major benefits:1⃣ Get the latest insights on fai...
04/22/2026

🌟 Why attend the Fair Housing & Economic Mobility Conference?

Here are 3 major benefits:

1⃣ Get the latest insights on fair housing law updates, compliance trends, and tools for practitioners.

2⃣ Learn how neighborhood conditions shape opportunity through the launch of the City’s new Levers of Economic Mobility Index.

3⃣ Connect with experts across housing, health, education, and workforce, and explore how coordinated action can create real impact for Austin residents.

👉 Opening remarks from Austin's City Manager, T.C. Broadnax, Councilwoman Vanessa Fuentes, and CapMetro's Director of Government Affairs - Celso Baez

Join us for a full day of learning, collaboration, and community connection on April 29, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Register today! Speakupaustin.org/fairhousing

City of Austin Government

Join us for a virtual Lunch and Learn in honor of Autism Awareness Month! Featuring VELA, who support families with clea...
04/17/2026

Join us for a virtual Lunch and Learn in honor of Autism Awareness Month!

Featuring VELA, who support families with clear, compassionate guidance as they navigate evaluations, early intervention, school services, recreation options, and caregiver resources. This session will highlight accessibility, inclusion, and community supports available to families. A live Q&A will follow.

📅 Thursday, April 30
🕛 12:00 to 1:00 PM (Central Time)
💻 Virtual on Zoom

🔗 Register here: bit.ly/ADALunchandLearn
👉 Visit Austin Equity and Inclusion at austintexas.gov/oei
🔎 Learn more about VELA at velafamilies.org
VELA Families

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Únase a nosotros para una sesión virtual de almuerzo de capacitación en honor al Mes de la Concientización sobre el Autismo.

Contaremos con la participación de VELA, una organización que apoya a las familias con orientación clara y compasiva mientras navegan por evaluaciones, intervención temprana, servicios escolares, opciones de recreación y recursos para cuidadores. Esta sesión destacará la accesibilidad, la inclusión y los apoyos comunitarios disponibles para las familias. Habrá una sesión de preguntas y respuestas en vivo al finalizar.

📅 Jueves, 30 de abril
🕛 12:00 a 1:00 PM (hora central)
💻 Virtual por Zoom

🔗 Regístrese aquí: bit.ly/ADALunchandLearn
👉 Visite Equidad y Inclusión de Austin en austintexas.gov/oei
🔎 Conozca más sobre VELA en velafamilies.org
VELA Families

FY26 Equity Mini Grant Program is now open- apply today!Austin Equity & Inclusion is now taking submissions for the FY26...
04/17/2026

FY26 Equity Mini Grant Program is now open- apply today!

Austin Equity & Inclusion is now taking submissions for the FY26 Equity Mini Grant Program, which awards $25,000 in one-time funding to community-based initiatives benefitting immigrant and refugee communities in Austin, Travis County, and the City's Extraterritorial Jurisdiction.

This year's funding supports projects that foster belonging, increase access to services, reduce barriers, and promote economic mobility. Grassroots organizations, community groups, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and individuals who work with sponsors are welcome to apply.

Application period: April 17 to May 8, 2026.

Get additional information and apply at austintexas.gov/equityminigrants
Questions? Email [email protected]

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El Programa de Mini Subvenciones de Equidad del Año Fiscal 2026 ya está abierto — ¡Presente su solicitud hoy mismo!

La Secretaría de Equidad e Inclusión de Austin ahora está aceptando solicitudes para el Programa de Mini Subvenciones de Equidad del Año Fiscal 2026, el cual otorga $25,000 en financiamiento único para iniciativas comunitarias que beneficien a comunidades de inmigrantes y refugiados en Austin, el Condado de Travis y la jurisdicción extraterritorial de la Ciudad.

El financiamiento de este año apoya proyectos que fomentan el sentido de pertenencia, amplían el acceso a servicios, reducen barreras y promueven la movilidad económica. Se invita a organizaciones de base, grupos comunitarios, organizaciones sin fines de lucro, organizaciones de fe y personas que trabajan con patrocinadores a presentar su solicitud.

Periodo de solicitud: 17 de abril al 8 de mayo de 2026.

Obtenga información adicional y presente su solicitud en austintexas.gov/equityminigrants
¿Tiene preguntas? Envíe un correo electrónico a [email protected]

We are excited to have you join us for our in-person April 2026 EAT meeting! 🗓️ Wednesday, April 15, 2026 🕕 6:00 pm to 8...
04/14/2026

We are excited to have you join us for our in-person April 2026 EAT meeting!

🗓️ Wednesday, April 15, 2026
🕕 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
📍Street-Jones Building
👉 RSVP bit.ly/April2026EAT

Join us for a presentation and discussion about Economic Mobility with Austin Equity and Inclusion.

We reserve time for community updates, shout-outs, and resource sharing, too! 🤩

We look forward to being in community with you. Come as you are, when you can!

📣 La Conferencia sobre Vivienda Justa y Movilidad Económica de 2026 reúne bajo un mismo techo a los líderes de Austin en...
04/07/2026

📣 La Conferencia sobre Vivienda Justa y Movilidad Económica de 2026 reúne bajo un mismo techo a los líderes de Austin en materia de vivienda, salud, educación, política, filantropía, comunidad, negocios y mano de obra.

Qué puede esperar:
✔ Paneles sobre estabilidad de la vivienda, condiciones de los barrios y movilidad económica
✔ Actualizaciones de la ley de vivienda justa con herramientas prácticas para los defensores
✔ Una mirada interactiva al nuevo índice de movilidad económica de la Ciudad
✔ Relacionarse con profesionales de toda la región

Este evento gratuito, de jornada completa, tendrá lugar el 29 de abril de 9 a.m. a 4 p.m. en el Norris Conference Center. Acompáñenos para aunar los esfuerzos de toda la ciudad y reforzar las oportunidades para todos los habitantes de Austin.

🔗 Inscríbase ahora: https://speakupaustin.org/fairhousing

📣 The 2026 Fair Housing & Economic Mobility Conference is bringing Austin’s housing, health, education, policy, philanth...
04/07/2026

📣 The 2026 Fair Housing & Economic Mobility Conference is bringing Austin’s housing, health, education, policy, philanthropic, education, community, business, and workforce leaders under one roof.

Expect:
✔ Panels on housing stability, neighborhood conditions, and economic mobility
✔ Fair Housing law updates with practical tools for advocates
✔ An interactive look at the City’s new Economic Mobility Index
✔ Networking with practitioners from across the region

This free, all-day event takes place April 29 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Norris Conference Center. Join us as we connect efforts citywide and strengthen opportunities for every Austinite.

🔗 Register now: https://speakupaustin.org/fairhousing

Small Business Funding Update: Lending Now Available through KivaEveryone deserves a chance to pursue their dreams, but ...
04/03/2026

Small Business Funding Update: Lending Now Available through Kiva

Everyone deserves a chance to pursue their dreams, but for too many, access to funding is still out of reach. That’s where Kiva comes in—bridging the gap and empowering entrepreneurs in underserved communities. 💼✨

Through 0% interest loans, Kiva connects entrepreneurs with lenders who believe in their vision, creating a ripple effect of growth, opportunity, and empowerment.

💚Together, we can build a world where everyone has the financial tools to thrive. Learn more or lend today: bit.ly/austinkivahub



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¡Préstamos disponibles para pequeñas empresas a través de Kiva!

Todos merecen una oportunidad para alcanzar sus sueños, pero para muchos, el acceso al financiamiento aún está fuera de alcance. Ahí es donde entra Kiva—empoderando a emprendedores en comunidades desatendidas. 💼✨

A través de préstamos con 0% de interés, Kiva conecta a emprendedores con financieros que creen en su visión, creando crecimiento, oportunidad y empoderamiento.

💚Juntos, podemos construir un mundo donde todos tengan las herramientas financieras para prosperar. Pas más información o financiar, visite: bit.ly/austinkivahub.

Join the City of Austin on April 11 to connect with housing resources and weigh in on updates to programs that support h...
04/02/2026

Join the City of Austin on April 11 to connect with housing resources and weigh in on updates to programs that support housing affordability throughout the city. This is a family-friendly event. Food, kids’ activities, and Spanish interpreters will be provided. Register at SpeakUpAustin.org/HousingAffordabilityFair.

Únase a la Cuidad de Austin el 11 de abril para conectarse con los recursos de vivienda y opinar sobre las actualizaciones de los programas que apoyan la asequibilidad de la vivienda en toda la ciudad. Este es un evento para toda la familia. Habrá comida, actividades para niños, e intérpretes de español. Registrese en SpeakUpAustin.org/HousingAffordabilityFair.

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505 Barton Springs Road, Suite 515
Austin, TX
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