The Inclusive Innovation Forum brings together diverse stakeholders to collaborate on innovative solutions that enhance city services and improve the quality of life for all residents. The Forum was founded in 2024, after stakeholder interviews, a public survey, and a preview event to get input on the idea. Volunteers and Bellevue staff have formed three sub-teams to help advance work in Digital Equity, Policy and Prioritization, and Innovative Partnerships. Forum volunteers help support short and long term goals across all three areas of focus.
Digital Equity
Bellevue seeks to empower all individuals in the community to fully participate in the digital world, irrespective of their background, race, income, language, education, or geographic location.
Policy and Prioritization
Provides meaningful input to city staff on community innovation priorities and policies to help advance inclusive innovation opportunities in government service delivery.
Innovation Partnerships
Support to grow collaboration and beneficial relationships between startups, nonprofits, corporations, investors, academia and residents—and foster innovation that impacts the entire community.