Friday, January 31, 2025

San Mateo County to maintain protections for vulnerable and marginalized groups despite new federal priorities

San Mateo County to maintain protections for vulnerable and marginalized groups despite new federal priorities
The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors said it will maintain protections for vulnerable and marginalized groups despite new federal priorities.

After President Donald Trump said there would be cuts to DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) programs, the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors It has been stated that, despite new federal priorities, protections for vulnerable and marginalized groups will be maintained.

"We know there is a growing effort to dehumanize, degrade and destroy our vulnerable communities and it is up to us, as county officials, to protect our most vulnerable communities during this time of fear and uncertainty," said District 2 Supervisor Noelia Corzo.

In co-sponsoring the resolution, the official pointed out that "here in San Mateo County, we can make the decision not to go backwards in our social progress."

The Board reaffirmed several steps it has taken in the past to ensure that populations such as immigrants, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities feel welcome and safe in San Mateo County.