Fort Myers diversity committee makes sure all voices are heard

Fort Myers is a booming community with houses, condos and apartment buildings popping up nearly everywhere a person looks. As more people move here, there is a big push to make sure we all get a say in its future.

Dr. Peter Ndiang’ui is excited to be a part of Fort Myers’ new diversity and inclusion committee.

“That was one of the greatest things the mayor asked me and I think it was so needed,” Ndiang’ui said. “We have to have a forum to get together.”

Randall P. Henderson Jr., the mayor of Fort Myers, announced the new group. He said it would work to examine city policies, events, hiring and more. It has the goal of making sure all people in the area feel included.

Henderson told WINK News the committee of 18 includes a variety of people with diverse professions and interests. The mayor said members would identify ways to enhance integration in Fort Myers as it is time they are devoting to the cause.

“This committee doesn’t get paid money to do this,” Henderson said. “They do it from the goodness of their heart.”

It is all about bringing people passionate about making sure everyone’s voice is being heard.

“We can heal this city,” Ndiang’ui said. “We may not be able to solve all the problems, but at least we start trying.”

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