Ventura County Government Center
Hall of Administration Building, Fourth Floor
800 S. Victoria Ave.
Ventura, CA 93009-1940
About Us
Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Team
The DEI Office, within the County Executive Office, serves to advance DEI goals across the County government through collaboration, policy change, inclusive engagement, and capacity building.
Our office is focusing on the following:
- Advance racial equity in all aspects of County operations
- Develop and oversee county-wide and agency/department level DEI Action Plans
- Provide guidance, education, and technical assistance to all departments/agencies as they develop sustainable methods to build DEI capacity and long-term sustainability
- Work to resolve issues rooted in bias and discrimination through research, education, and partnerships
- Build community partnerships and alliances to promote equity and inclusion within Ventura County and throughout the region in order to achieve equitable outcomes for all
Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Team
The DEI Office, within the County Executive Office, serves to advance DEI goals across the County government through collaboration, policy change, inclusive engagement, and capacity building.
Our office is focusing on the following:
- Advance racial equity in all aspects of County operations
- Develop and oversee county-wide and agency/department level DEI Action Plans
- Provide guidance, education, and technical assistance to all departments/agencies as they develop sustainable methods to build DEI capacity and long-term sustainability
- Work to resolve issues rooted in bias and discrimination through research, education, and partnerships
- Build community partnerships and alliances to promote equity and inclusion within Ventura County and throughout the region in order to achieve equitable outcomes for all
Kate English
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager
In 2021, Kate joined the DEI Office with a 17-year history of community leadership in racial and social justice work in Ventura County. Kate is an advocate for the LGBTQ+ community, youth involved in the juvenile justice system, and farm working communities of the Santa Clara Valley. Her experience includes non-profit leadership, program development, group facilitation, human resources, and community organizing. Kate has deep connections with various communities and many community-based organizations throughout Ventura County.
Steven T. Auclair
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Coordinator
Steven is active throughout Ventura County, serving as a Commissioner on the Citizens Advisory Commission for the City of Port Hueneme and many local community organizations. Before joining the DEI team in 2021, Steven worked in DEI-related areas across the public, private, and non-profit sectors, most recently, working with the State Assembly. Steven has been recognized for his work in staff development, organizational culture reform, and leadership in diverse communities.
Contact Information
Kate English (she/her)
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager
805-654-2876
Kate.English@ventura.org
Steven T. Auclair (he/him)
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Coordinator
Steven.Auclair@ventura.org
Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
800 South Victoria #1940
Hall of Administration 4th Floor
Ventura, CA 93009
CountyDEI@ventura.org
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Phin Xaypangna
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer
Phin brings over 20 years of experience in public administration and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Before joining the County of Ventura, Phin served as the Equity and Inclusion Manager for the County of Mecklenburg in Charlotte, North Carolina, a County with more than 6,000 employees and more than one million residents. Phin leads the County’s efforts in developing diversity, equity, and inclusion measures, programs, and policies.