• Provide tools and resources for engaging in and facilitating conversations about racial equity, including an understanding of history and its impact, to empower participants to navigate discussions and grow their ability to advocate for meaningful change.

• Cultivate a network of leaders committed to advancing equity, leveraging their collective influence and expertise to effect positive change within their organizations and broader communities.

• Address the lack of representation of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color in leadership positions within Fairfax County, working towards more inclusive leadership structures that reflect the diversity of the community.

• Equip participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to become effective advocates for equity, fostering better individual leaders who can contribute to building equitable workplaces.



• Foster a collective commitment among cohort members to advance racial equity, building an alliance of leaders dedicated to driving meaningful change within their organizations and communities.