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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Resources

 
GABRIEL MARTINEZ
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Resources
by GABRIEL MARTINEZ - Wednesday, February 17, 2021, 11:24 AM
 

Last Updated: August 21, 2023

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Resources

In AgLearn's ongoing effort to support the USDA’s mission to promote Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility, we provide information and resources to support this crucial mission.

USDA's Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility


As the "People's Department," the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) continues to fulfill its vision to serve millions of Americans every day through the work we do work with food, agriculture, economic development, science, natural resource conservation and preservation, and a host of other programs. To deliver on our mission we must invest in a motivated workforce comprised of a diverse array of backgrounds, cultures, experiences, and ways of thinking. Data continues to show that organizations with greater diversity, particularly in leadership teams, have higher financial returns, are more innovative, and deliver smarter results. Diversity is one of our greatest strengths as we reach towards new opportunities and solve challenging problems. Having diverse teams and an inclusive culture is not only the smart thing to do, but the right thing to do as USDA seeks to serve an increasingly diverse country and help ensure America’s competitiveness across the globe.


Featured AgLearn Resources on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility

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Background on the Biden Administration’s Strategic Plan on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility

On November 23, 2021, The White House released the 2021 Government-wide Strategic Plan to Advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility in the Federal Workforce. The plan offers a roadmap for implementing the President’s Executive Order 14035: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility in the Federal Workforce External Link, and lays out key steps that agencies can take to strengthen DEIA in their workforce policies, practices, and culture.