Washington County MD Diversity and Inclusion Committee

03/06/2026

The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is seeking applicants interested in serving on the Diversity and Inclusion Committee.

The Committee is to advise the Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland on public policy relating to diversity, promote the involvement of diverse groups in business and community affairs, and advocate services and programs relating to the quality of life for all County residents.

The Committee shall be comprised of seven individual voting members and three non-voting, ex-officio members. The seven individual members shall be appointed by the Commissioners.

The seven individual voting members shall be volunteer, private citizen residents of Washington County, Maryland who have an interest in cultural and community outreach and political and economic empowerment.

Members of the Committee may serve two (2), three (3) year terms. The Committee meets on the second Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at 100 West Washington Street, Suite 1301, Hagerstown, MD 21740. (subject to change).

To submit an application and resume, please visit: https://www.washco-md.net/county-clerk/boards-commissions/

02/27/2026

Come and visit our table tomorrow at MLK Center Gym from 11am-3pm.

08/12/2025

We’re at the Boonsboro Farmers Market from 4:00 to 7:00pm today. Stop by and say hello.

07/18/2025

The Diversity & Inclusion Committee was honored to attend the John Lewis National Day of Commemoration and Action hosted by the Washington County NAACP Branch 7030B

We are grateful for the opportunity to stand alongside community leaders, advocates, and neighbors in celebration of the life and legacy of Congressman John Lewis — a true champion for justice and equality.

A heartfelt thank you to the NAACP for hosting this event and to everyone who stopped by our table to connect and learn about the Washington County Diversity and Inclusion Committee’s commitment to promote greater communication and encourage engagement of all residents of Washington County.

07/01/2025

Join Us for the John Lewis National Day of Commemoration and Action! 🕊️

Date: July 17
Location: Washington County Free Library, Conference Room 308/309

Honor the legacy of the late John Lewis as we recognize the urgent need to protect our voting rights and civil liberties, especially as we approach the critical midterm elections of 2026.

What to Expect:

Open House (4 PM):
- Visit various advocacy vendors to learn about their vital work.
- Write postcards to your senators urging them to pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025

Film Screening (5pm)
- JohnLewis: Good Trouble by Dawn Porter

Candlelight Vigil (7 PM):
- Come together as a community to honor John Lewis and reflect on our shared commitment to civil rights.

Why Attend?
- Urgent Action: Our democracy is under threat, and it’s essential for our community to rally together.
- Empowerment: Learn how you can make a difference and protect our civil rights.

Let’s stand united and honor John Lewis’s legacy by making some good trouble! ✊🏽

Spread the word and see you there!

06/22/2025

🌈✊🏽 Today, the Washington County Diversity & Inclusion Committee proudly supported both the Hagerstown Pride Festival and the Juneteenth Celebration. Both of these events honor identity, freedom, and community.

🤝 Thank you to all the organizers, volunteers, and community leaders who made today possible. Hagerstown Hopes Doleman Black Heritage Museum, Inc. Hagerstown Area Religious Council

Diversity brings us together; Inclusion keeps us growing. 💜💚🖤❤️🧡💛💚🩵💙💜

02/27/2025

The Washington County Diversity & Inclusion Committee was honored to attend the 3rd Annual Black History Bash at North Hagerstown High School! A huge thank you to the North High Black Student Union for the invitation and for their incredible planning of this meaningful event. Events like this remind us of the importance of unity, learning, and celebrating diversity in our community.

Great job to all involved—we look forward to supporting and uplifting more student-led initiatives like this in the future!

North Hagerstown High School

02/25/2025

The Washington County Board of County Commissioners presented a proclamation this morning to Terence Ngwa, Chair; Zsun-nee Matema, member; Fatima Sakarya, member; Eric Schwartz, member, Allenia Washington, member, and Angela Yamash*ta, member, Washington County Diversity and Inclusion Committee recognizing February 2025 as Black History Month in Washington County, MD.

With this recognition, we celebrate the many achievements and contributions made by African- Americans to our economic, cultural, spiritual, and political development.

02/04/2025

02/01/2025

I, along with 11 other attorneys general, stand firmly against President Trump’s misleading attacks on diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI), and accessibility initiatives. These programs create fairer workplaces and opportunities for all. The President’s attempts to weaponize decades-old policies to divide us are harmful.

We remain committed to enforcing civil rights laws and ensuring equal opportunity for everyone.

Please read the full statement here:https://www.marylandattorneygeneral.gov/press/2025/013125a.pdf

01/31/2025

Application opens TOMORROW! 2/1/2025

The application for the Equity in Education Scholarship is open through March 31. Please feel free to share.