Multicultural Affairs Committee

How to Join

MAC is a voluntary, employee-led affinity group seeking to foster a diverse and culturally inclusive workplace aligned with the City’s mission and values. To be a member of this group, contact a co-lead (information below). This is a City sponsored affinity group and all employees are welcome to attend.

MAC Meetings

All meetings will be held in Hybrid Zoom Rooms, join us virtually or in-person - whichever works best for you!

Upcoming 2024 Meeting Dates:

• May 23 at 1:00 - 2:00 pm | City County Building - Room 507A (210 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Madison, WI 53703)
• June 27 at 1:00 - 2:00 pm | Goodman South Madison Library - Red Room (2222 S. Park Street, Madison, WI 53713)
• July 25 at 1:00 - 2:00 pm | Metro Training Conference Room (1 South Ingersoll Street, Madison, WI 53703)
• August 22 at 1:00 - 2:00 pm | Location TBD
• September 26 at 1:00 - 2:00 pm | Location TBD
• October 24 at 1:00 - 2:00 pm | Location TBD
• November - TBD
• December 26 at 1:00 - 2:00 pm | Location TBD

Join Virtually:

• https://cityofmadison.zoom.us/j/84240340624?pwd=WGRDL2V1cElUbjJUMTc3VWF0WS95dz09
• Meeting ID: 842 4034 0624
• Passcode: 130516 

Mission

To connect, inform, support, and celebrate all cultures and allies* at the City of Madison.

• *Allies are any individuals, of any race, background, ethnicity, identity who want to support our mission and vision

Vision

To create a community of employees where everyone is welcome to connect, to support, and to consult with the City on decisions that impact everyone. 

Values

• Accountability
  • We hold ourselves and each other accountable for how we show up and interact in this space. We show up in this space true to our personality, values, and character, and respect each other’s diversity and the experiences that make them, them.
  • As a group, we will guide and hold systems/the City accountable for the impact of our/its actions
• Community
  • We cultivate a space where employees feel they belong, are heard, and a space that fosters connectivity.
• Confidentiality
  • This is a confidential space. Everyone can choose when, how, and with whom to share their experiences.
• Equity & Antiracism
  • We are committed to ensuring the same resources are available to all employees, no matter your background. 

Contact Information

Get in touch with us at: MulticulturalAffairsCommittee@cityofmadison.com 

Or reach out to one of our co-leads: 

• Emily Jamieson (she/her/hers) – Human Resources
• Nancy Saiz (she/her/ella) – Community Development
• Rommel Tijerino (he/el) – Community Development