Ana Silvia Avendano-Curiel

Equity Policy Advisor | City of Boulder

Pronouns: She/Her/Ella

Ana Silvia, originally from Mexico City, immigrated to the US at 13. She earned a full scholarship to Colorado State University, majoring in international studies with minors in Spanish and French. Passionate about social justice, she addresses issues like femicides, immigration, and domestic violence and regularly contributes to community panels on equity, race, and gender. Ana Silvia serves in local government, consults as an Expert Consultant, and leads a parent group at her children's school. She's also a principal dancer with ArtistiCO Dance Company, enjoys swimming, hiking, and snowboarding, and loves lazy mornings with a book and family board games.

Presentations from Facing Race 2024

Institutionalizing Equity and Belonging in Local Government with the Power of Data

Discover practical strategies to embed racial equity in local government through the power of data in this interactive breakout session. Drawing from Boulder's Equity Data Initiative, attendees will gain insights into crafting data-focused racial equity plans, conducting departmental equity assessments, and employing job aids for data-driven decision-making.

Engage in small group discussions to explore the effectiveness of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs measured through surveys and feedback. Dive into assessing institutional practices to foster practical application of racial equity principles within departments.

Explore the concept of decolonizing data, emphasizing community involvement in data collection, analysis, and ownership to enhance equity outcomes and foster a sense of belonging. This session will inspire participants to leverage data as a tool for transformative change, fostering environments of inclusivity and equity within governmental institutions.

Speakers: Stewart LaPan, Ana Silvia Avendano-Curiel