Diana Honig, JD, is a dedicated advocate, disability rights attorney and community leader running for Contra Costa Community College District Board in Ward 2.
Endorsed by the United Faculty Association of Contra Costa, College Board President Rebecca Barrett and State Treasurer Fiona Ma, she’s a dynamic and experienced leader with a passion for quality education and breaking down barriers to success for all students.
“My name is Diana Honig, JD, and I’m a disability rights attorney, nonprofit leader, local government advocate and mother of two graduating seniors, running for Contra Costa Community College District in Ward 2.
My commitment to public education runs deep. As a graduate of UCLA and UC Davis, and the daughter of public college grads and educators, I learned early on the transformative power of accessible, quality education.
This passion was further strengthened by my family's lifelong connection to Diablo Valley College (DVC), where my father-in-law served as Dean of Students for over 25 years. My experience with learning disabilities during law school ignited a personal commitment to ensuring that education is truly accessible to everyone, regardless of their background or challenges.
Throughout my career as an attorney and community leader, I've fought to remove barriers and create opportunities for all. That’s why I have served as Co-Chair of the Multifaith ACTION Coalition Health Care Task Force, as a member of Contra Costa County’s Measure X Community Advisory Board, and as a legislative advocate with Moms Demand Action.
I believe our community colleges play a crucial role in shaping the future of Contra Costa County and the lives of its residents. If I can earn your vote, I will put my all into breaking down barriers to student success and building strong career pathways for our students.
Will you stand with me?”
—Diana
DIANA’S PRIORITIES FOR OUR COLLEGES
Diana knows that every student has unique goals. Whether training for a specific job, building a career or working to transfer to a four-year college, Diana is dedicated to providing all students with the support they need to succeed, including mental health and disability accommodations. She’s a strong advocate for dual-enrollment programs, allowing high school students to earn college credits and get a head start on their educational journey.
Diana is dedicated to maintaining high standards of education while keeping it affordable. She will work to attract and retain top-tier faculty and staff and advocate for necessary infrastructure improvements to enhance the educational experience.
Championing Student Success
Diana is committed to workforce development. She aims to create a pipeline to good paying, high-road jobs that offer family-supporting wages and a path to the middle class. By developing career pathways to local jobs, Diana will ensure students have access to sustainable and rewarding employment opportunities.
Diana values collaboration. She will work to build strong partnerships between students, faculty, staff, the board and the wider community. Together, we can all achieve the 4CD mission: “to change lives by providing outstanding learning opportunities, nurturing and empowering all students to achieve their educational goals.” Diana will also enhance opportunities for community input, drawing on her extensive experience in intersectional spaces like Multi-Faith Action Coalition and Moms Demand Action.
Building Career Pathways
Diana is passionate about making education accessible to all. She’s committed to identifying and eliminating barriers to enrollment, ensuring that community colleges are open to everyone — LGBTQI+ individuals, neurodiverse students, disabled students, and those from BIPOC, rural, low-income and non-English speaking communities.
Diana believes our colleges should reflect the diversity and vibrancy of our communities. Diana will ensure that our colleges are welcoming and inclusive, promoting critical thinking and respectful discourse while upholding free speech. She believes in fostering environments where all students feel valued and supported.
Breaking Down Barriers
Proudly Endorsed By:
United Faculty of the Contra Costa Community College District
State Superintendent of Public Instruction (Ret.) Tom Torlakson
State Treasurer Fiona Ma
Contra Costa Community College Board President Rebecca Barrett
Contra Costa Community College Board Member John Marquez
Contra Costa Community College Board Member Fernando Sandoval
Mt. Diablo Unified School Board Member Cherise Khaund
Mt. Diablo Unified School Board Member Erin McFerrin
Concord City Councilmember Laura Nakamura
Hercules City Councilmember Alexander Walker-Griffin
Orinda City Councilmember Latika Malkani
Walnut Creek City Councilmember Kevin Wilk
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