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Environment department reports progress on Racial Equity Action Plan; staff positions and training highlighted
Summary
The department presented a progress update on its Racial Equity Action Plan, noting expanded recruitment to diverse pipelines, conversion of exempt roles to permanent positions (6 of 8 completed), mandatory racial equity scans, and enhanced professional development measures.
At the May 23 meeting the Department of the Environment reported progress on its Racial Equity Action Plan, describing actions taken to diversify hiring, strengthen retention and advance internal training.
Anya Deepak, senior racial equity coordinator, said the department expanded recruitment channels to include BIPOC networks, HBCUs and the city—s Racial Equity Leaders Network;…
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