Diversity Coalition San Luis Obispo County

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Diversity Coalition San Luis Obispo County

Our mission: To build and sustain a coalition that seeks a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive com

Statement of Purpose: The Diversity Coalition San Luis Obispo County was formed to promote human understanding of the intersections of gender, gender identity, ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, age, physical and mental abilities, socioeconomic status, physical attributes, as well as ALL other personal and social characteristics that comprise individual identity. Vision: The Coalition envisions

San Luis Obispo County as a welcoming and inclusive community, sustained by collaborative and shared values of equity and social justice. In order to create a safe place for all people to live, learn, work, grow, and play, we strive to create physical space, programs, and leadership to support our diverse human lifestyles, cultural richness, and equity in health, education, and financial security. Mission: The Coalition provides educational programs and resources to facilitate and advance the efforts of our affiliated organizations in order to promote and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

06/12/2026

📢 Do you have questions about your immigration options or want to better understand what protections or forms of relief may be available to you or your family?

FREE virtual legal consultations will be available to residents of Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo Counties.

📅 Saturday, June 13
🕘 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
💻 Via Zoom - See QR Code in attached flyer

To schedule an appointment or learn what documents you will need, contact:

Josué Vásquez
📞 (805) 946-4215
Spanish and English available

These consultations are intended to help individuals understand potential immigration relief options and make informed decisions. Please note that these services are limited to legal consultation only and do not guarantee legal representation.

Walk-ins may be accepted, but appointments are strongly encouraged and are not guaranteed.

In partnership with UFW Foundation MICOP/ProyectoMixtecoIndígena Immigrant Legal Defense Center Promotores of SLO County

06/10/2026

🎉 Join us celebrating the release of this new episode! This one is special because one of our interns, Mikayla Mariano, worked on the vision and development of this episode. Her goal was to create a series for the SLO Equity podcast centered on the Ethics of DEI. After much work, here's the first episode! 👏🏽

➡️ This episode of the SLO Equity Podcast features a much needed conversation between host Mikayla Mariano and Father Ian Delinger, Rector of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in San Luis Obispo and host of Playing with Food on KCBX.

🎧 Listen to this episode of the SLO Equity Podcast at diversityslo.org/sloequity or find it on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.

➡️ As part of The Ethics Edit, this discussion explores how ethical principles such as justice, dignity, inclusion, and responsibility take shape within community life. Drawing from his experiences in ministry, public engagement, and relationship-building across diverse groups, Father Ian reflects on what communities owe one another and how belonging can be cultivated in meaningful ways.

📝 The views expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect those of any affiliated organizations.

🤎 To learn more about the Diversity Coalition of San Luis Obispo County, support our work, or get involved, visit diversityslo.org.

🙌🏽 This episode was edited and produced by Mikayla Mariano, Velanche Stewart, and Rita Casaverde.

06/05/2026

🙌🏽 Last week we wrapped up our School Speaker program for the 25/26 school year with a presentation by a Ukrainian refugee who shared his personal story of fleeing his beloved country with his wife and young son after the Russian invasion.

"You could hear a pin drop in the room as the 8th graders listened intently and asked probing, thoughtful questions afterwards." said our Education Committee Chair, Kathy Minck, who attended the presentation.

This school year we presented stories like this 11 times! from Nipomo to Paso Robles. All completely free for the schools. We're looking forward to next school year! Thank you all for your support 🤎

06/02/2026

🗳️ Last day to get your vote in! 💪🏽 SLO County Supervisor races are decided TODAY! 🙀 Yup! Some local elections don't go to November, and a handful of votes can make all the difference! 🫠

📝 ! If you haven't already voted, you can vote in person between 7am and 8pm today.

🗳️ Ballot drop boxes are located throughout the county. Check locations and hours of operation at slovote.gov/june2026

✨ Our future is counting on you. Let's vote!

Art through and made by the amazing artist - Check out her IG account! 💯

06/01/2026

🌈 We're kicking off Pride Month! Thank you to Linnea and Trevor from for stopping by and talking about Pride for our SLO Equity Podcast.

📅 While we edit the episode, follow for more details on events happening throughout the month in the Central Coast, starting with Pride event in Santa Maria organized by .esperanza.sm this Friday and Saturday!

💪🏽 Let's show up for our LGBTQIA+ community this and every month 🥳 GALA's theme this year is so let's celebrate together.

05/29/2026

This week we gathered to celebrate the Chicano experience in San Luis Obispo County and the history that continues to shape our region. 🤎

✨ One of the most meaningful parts of the evening was realizing that many of the people attending were part of the history being shared, individuals whose work, leadership, and advocacy helped create lasting change in our community.

🙌🏽 Congratulations to Mia Lawrence for the successful exhibit "Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness: The Chicano Central Coast Experience", an exhibition drawing from materials on loan from the Chicano San Luis Obispo Archive collected by Pedro Arroyo.

Thank you to the History Center for helping create space to honor these stories. Thank you to our partners the Latino Outreach Council, and the City of SLO Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Office for coming together to make this happen! 💪🏽

05/21/2026

As simple as that. Protect Trans Kids. Trans rights are human rights. 🏳️‍⚧️ 🙌🏽

📸 Photo from the No Kings Rally in San Luis Obispo, CA

05/20/2026

🎂 We're turning 15!! 🎉 To celebrate we are planning a quinceañera-inspired celebration marking 15 years of education and advocacy work. Join us, and help us welcome the next fifteen years ahead!

Tickets at diversitySLO.org (or at the link in our bio)

Hosted at Talley Vineyards and inspired by the spirit of a quinceañera — a meaningful transition into a new chapter — this gathering will be a fundraiser for our programs, while celebrating the collective work that has shaped Diversity Coalition over the past fifteen years.

➡️ Whether you have been part of this journey from the beginning or are newly connected to our work, we invite you to celebrate this milestone with us.

📆 Tuesday, June 23, 2026. 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Talley Vineyards — Arroyo Grande
🎟️ Tickets at diversitySLO.org (or at the link in our bio)

05/14/2026

📆 This May 27, join us for "Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness: The Chicano Central Coast Experience", an exhibition examining the history, contributions, and lived experiences of the Chicano community in San Luis Obispo County. 🪅

✊🏽 The exhibit reflects on how Chicano communities have shaped and contributed to the cultural, social, and civic fabric of the Central Coast.

🙌🏽 Curated and installed by Mia Lawrence and Christopher Rourke, the exhibition invites attendees to reflect on history, identity, representation, and the evolving meaning of belonging and community in the United States.

🤝 Presented in partnership by the History Center San Luis Obispo County, Latino Outreach Council, Diversity Coalition, and the City of SLO.

05/13/2026

We are happy to be working with the county board to celebrate our community 🤎 Last month we supported the presentation of two resolutions at the SLO County Board of Supervisors, celebrating Arab American Heritage Month, and Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month 🎊🎉🙌🏽.

These recognitions matter because they help affirm the stories, cultures, and contributions that have long been part of San Luis Obispo County, even when they haven’t always been visible or acknowledged. We’re grateful to continue building partnerships that help our communities feel seen, valued, and reflected in the places where decisions are made. 🤎

Thank you to Chair Paulding, , for introducing the resolutions, and to the entire board for supporting them. We appreciate the Board of Supervisors taking time to recognize and celebrate the diverse communities that help shape San Luis Obispo County. Let's keep going!

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550 Front St
Avila Beach, CA
93424

Website

http://diversityslo.org/

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