DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

As we strive to ensure ECS is fair and inclusive for all, we launched the DEI committee, which was a key action resulting from our strategic planning work.

Our mission is to cultivate diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our organizational culture. ECS strives to dismantle barriers caused by social injustice, inequity, and racial disparities. We listen to and engage our team members to foster an equitable and progressive workplace where employees feel a sense of belonging.

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DEI Goals & Current Initiatives

  1. Enhance strategies to create an inclusive environment that puts equity at the forefront.

  2. Utilize survey results for opportunities to enhance understanding of diverse communities.

  3. Uphold belonging and respect by fostering empowering relationships that strengthen the ECS community.

Team ECS

From the CEO

“Within ECS, all employees should feel like they belong, are treated fairly, and have clear pathways to advancement. It is essential that power is distributed throughout the organization, and the leadership team and the board of directors reflect our team and the community we serve. At ECS, we are guided by our values of Belonging, Respect, Empowerment, Exploration, and Stewardship as we work toward a truly Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive workplace and community.”

—Elizabeth Fitzsimons, CEO

2023 - 2024 Committee Members

DEI Committee Members. December 2023.

Angel Ibarra, Assoc. Dir. of Strat. Partnerships & Gov. Affairs Cecilia Hernandez, Area Supv.
Citlalli Ramirez, HR Recruiter
Dakota Murrieta, Program Asst.
David Hedley, SUD Counselor
Geri Bannister, Data Quality Mgr.
Heidi Avent, Family Engagement Spec.
Itzel Verduzco Moreno, Child and Family Therapist
Laura Mercado, HR Payroll Spec.
Monya Davis, Lead Counselor
Rebecca Stowers, Early Head Start Teacher
Summer Kahoonei, Program Coordinator
Yvette Celaya, Accountant I
Zayda Sarinana, Mkting. & Multimedia Spec.
Amanda Jackson, HR Training Spec.
Adrienne Wilkerson, Comms. Dir.
Stacie Perez, VP of Prog.
Hazzy Pipo, VP of Admin.