DEIC Committee Members
The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee (DEIC) - Cultural Competence continues to assess, advise, implement, support, and monitor policies and programs which ensures effective service and program provisions in all cross-cultural situations. The committee members, representing diverse cultural backgrounds and other special interests, will continue to provide input and insight to the Behavioral Health Department leadership team in order to create a safe and welcoming environment for all. Current committee members include:
Matt Pennon, Committee Chair, SLO Behavioral Health
Annika Michetti, Co-Chair Drug and Alcohol Services, SLO Behavioral Health
Jill Rietjens, Co-Chair Mental Health, SLO Behavioral Health
Kianah Corey, DEI Intern, SLO Behavioral Health
Kimberli Andridge, LMFT Private Practice
Jay Bettergarcia, Cal Poly SLO
Ana Isabel Cabezas, Cal Poly SLO
Thomas Cuddy, SLO Behavioral Health
Bryanna Gay, SLO Behavioral Health
Arlene Hernandez-Tapia, SLO Behavioral Health
Barry Johnson, Transition-Mental Heath Assocaition
Margaux Jones, Family Care Network
Claudia Lopez, SLO Behavioral Health
Joannne Nibbio, Family Care Network
Lizzy Novikoff, Transition-Mental Health Association
Leo Ontiveros, SLO Public Health
Joy Pederson, Transition-Mental Health Association
Nasseem Rouhani, SLO Behavioral Health
Brett Pelch, SLO Veterans Services
Karina Silva Garcia, SLO Behavioral Health
Kathernine Soule, UC Cooperative Extension
Rachel Tarver, SLO Behavioral Health
Laura Zarate, SLO Behavioral Health
Please contact our access line at 1 (800) 838-1381 for information or to schedule an appointment. All services are available in Spanish.
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