Tonya Palmer

Tonya Palmer is an accomplished professional proudly serving as the director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Hennepin County. She has led both the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Department and Learning and Development, and embraces lifelong learning.

Tonya has studied leadership, curriculum development, and adult learning extensively, and is a St. Thomas alumna. In her personal time, Tonya relishes her roles as mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She also enjoys spiritual retreats, fostering and placing dogs in permanent homes, and exploring the rich cultural terrain of the Twin Cities.