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City of San Rafael
Proclamation in Recognition of
CELEBRATE DIVERSITY MONTH
April 1 - 30, 2024
WHEREAS, In 2004, Celebrate Diversity Month was initiated in the month of April to
recognize and celebrate the differences in each other and the diversity of the
world around us, and to encourage inclusivity, understanding, and acceptance;
and
WHEREAS, Our differences may be seen and unseen, be it gender, race, ethnicity, faith,
sexual orientation, or other factors, however diversity is crucial in allowing us
to engage with each other in deeper ways; and
WHEREAS, The importance of including and recognizing people from diverse backgrounds
to come together and bring different perspectives, experiences, and ways of
thinking has become a Citywide priority; and
WHEREAS, To better understand our communities, government organizations need to have
a diverse workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities; and
WHEREAS, Embracing diversity fosters a sense of belonging and inclusion for all members
of our City and helps break down stereotypes, reduces prejudice and
discrimination, and promotes social cohesion and harmony; and
WHEREAS, Celebrate Diversity Month is a month dedicated to gaining new perspectives
on the lives and experiences of others around us, as a way to educate ourselves
and fosters a more tolerant society; and
WHEREAS, The City of San Rafael’s mission is to enhance quality of life and provide for a
safe, healthy, prosperous, and livable environment in partnership with the
community, for all community members, it is imperative that we embrace the
differences among ourselves and community, and celebrate, learn from, and
embrace the qualities that make us each unique and the perspectives we all
bring to our community.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Rafael, with the
belief that diversity can benefit all aspects of our lives, asks everyone to use the month of April as an
opportunity to embrace the diversity that surrounds us, and hereby proclaim April 1-30, 2024, as
Celebrate Diversity Month, encouraging all residents and community members to recognize the
attributes that make each other unique and are woven together to create our community.
Kate Colin
Mayor