Henderson, NV

The City of Henderson welcomes the contributions of all individuals to our community and believes in equal treatment and inclusion for all.

Municipal Equality Index Scorecard

We have been awarded a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Municipal Equality Index (MEI)!

The Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Municipality Equality Index is a nationwide evaluation of 506 cities that examines how inclusive municipal laws, policies and services are across the country. Criteria on the MEI include non-discrimination laws, the municipality as the employer, municipal services, law enforcement and leadership on LGBTQ+ equality.

As America’s Premier Community we are determined to foster a community that is not only safe, but diverse, equitable and inclusive for all demographics. We’re proud to be a City that reflects equality and representation for everyone.

Resources

Please visit our Community Resource Guide and the Henderson Police Department's Resource Guide for additional information. 

Community Diversity Liaison

The City has designated a Community Diversity Liaison as a resource for the public to ensure that the interests and concerns of underrepresented individuals in our community are well understood by City leadership. This includes, but is not lmited to, interests and concerns based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression.

Alyssa Rodriguez
COHLiaison@cityofhenderson.com
702-267-1923

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Police Diversity Liaison

The Henderson Police Department has designated a Police Diversity Liaison to serves as an important bridge between the community and law enforcement. The liaison is an advocate for fair and respectful enforcement of the law as well as an officer that the community can rely upon to appropriately respond to sensitive issues including, but not limited to, interests and concerns based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

Officer Alejandro (Alex) Alcantara
Community Relations Unit Officer
HPDLiaison@cityofhenderson.com
702-267-4594

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Inclusion

Henderson CAN (Community Alliance Network)

Henderson CAN (Community Alliance Network) proudly partners with the Clark County School District's POST (Post-Secondary Opportunities for Students in Transition) program to offer adult learners with special needs authentic work experience within our departments. Job tasks can range from assisting with office tasks to stuffing SWAG bags one day per week, 1-2 hour(s) per day, during the school year.

Since starting this partnership in 2022, students have assisted various departments including Human Resources, the City Clerk’s Office and Parks & Recreation with tasks such as organizing materials, setting up Council Chambers, and assembling craft kits.

Events

Las Vegas Pride Night Parade

The City of Henderson has participated in the annual Las Vegas Pride Night Parade on since 2019 in downtown Las Vegas. Numerous City of Henderson emergency response vehicles participate in the parade highlighting the City's commitment to ensuring Henderson is a place for anyone to call home.