BOARD AGENDA MEMORANDUM
SUBJECT:
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Annual Diversity and Inclusion Program Report.
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RECOMMENDATION:
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Receive information about programs, events and initiatives that support and develop a diverse and inclusive work environment at the District.
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SUMMARY:
Diversity and inclusion are key components to the District's continued business success. The purpose of the Diversity & Inclusion Program is to bring together diverse perspectives and backgrounds and to promote understanding and acceptance among employees. Valuing and leveraging of diverse cultures, experiences, knowledge, life styles, and perspectives enhances the delivery of services to the community.
This report provides information on the progress of the implementation of the District's Diversity and Inclusion Master Plan for 2015-2019. This Master Plan is the strategic framework for advancing the District's goals to engage all employees in a culture of inclusion, openness, respect, and trust while maintaining a diverse workforce. This report also provides information regarding the Districts various initiatives and programs designed to enhance the skill set of employees, improve the effectiveness of recruitment practices, and community outreach efforts.
As a result of the Board's commitment to diversity and inclusion, the District continues to make progress in creating a workforce that is representative of the community. Specific details on goals, strategies, and tactics of the Diversity & Inclusion Master Plan are outlined in the attachments to this report.
BACKGROUND
Diversity and Inclusion Master Plan: Engaging Our Diversity: 2015-2019
The District's Diversity and Inclusion Program is chartered with developing and implementing programs and initiatives outlined in the District's Values Statement GP-7.7 of the Governance Policies of the Board. In accordance with this statement, at the District "we believe, and together we will exemplify, the following values... We ...
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