One of eight children and the mother of five - Christina Brooks knows more than a little bit about multi-tasking, finding your own voice, and getting things done. As the Fort Worth's first Chief Equity Officer and Director of the Diversity & Inclusion, she's had a front row seat to this thriving Texas city's efforts to repair community-police relationships and ensure that the benefits of its rapid growth reach all neighborhoods equitably. As DEI roles in City Halls around the country have expanded in both number and influence, she's taking a unique, place-based approach to her work, rooted in research about how the city itself is funded, who is and isn't paying their fair share, and how more targeted investments may unlock even more value for Fort Worth's residents.

Referenced in this episode:

CBS DFW: “Christina Brooks Hired As First Diversity And Inclusion Director For City Of Fort Worth.” November 14, 2019.

Fort Worth Star-Telegram: “Police relations, economic development priorities for Fort Worth’s diversity director.” November 14, 2019.

Fort Worth Star-Telegram: “Many of Fort Worth’s most dangerous roads are in minority areas. Here’s a possible fix.” July 18, 2022.