The 2025 Community Board Demographic Report, recently released by Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, underscores a significant shift towards greater representation of Hispanic and Latinx residents within the borough’s community boards. The report reveals that Hispanic and Latinx individuals comprise 29.4% of the new appointees, marking a substantial increase in their representation within these vital local governance bodies. Unveiled on Tuesday, July 13, the report provides a detailed breakdown of the 361 new appointees across all 14 Queens Community Boards, with 119 being first-time members. This surge in Hispanic and Latinx representation reflects the borough’s growing diversity and the increasing desire among these communities to actively participate in shaping their neighborhoods. Borough President Richards has actively encouraged residents from diverse backgrounds to apply for community board positions, recognizing the importance of inclusive decision-making. The increased representation of Hispanic and Latinx residents is expected to bring valuable perspectives and insights to the community boards, enhancing their ability to address the unique needs and concerns of these communities. The report also highlights the growing representation of other communities of color, including East Asian/Pacific Islanders (23.5%) and African Americans (22.7%), further underscoring the borough’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. Beyond racial and ethnic representation, the report also notes the increasing participation of women, younger residents, immigrants, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community, creating a more multifaceted and representative governance structure. The growing representation of Hispanic and Latinx residents on the Queens Community Boards is a positive step towards ensuring that all voices are heard and that the borough’s diverse communities are effectively represented in local decision-making. The 2025 Community Board Demographic Report signals a continued commitment to diversity and inclusion, paving the way for a more equitable and representative governance system in Queens.
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