Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee

“Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee”

Diversity Statement adopted by the Tompkins County Legislature July 5, 2005

Tompkins County government is committed to creating a diverse and fully inclusive workplace that strengthens our organization

and enhances our ability to adapt to change by developing and maintaining:

- an organization-wide understanding and acceptance of the purpose and reasons for diversity;

- recruitment and retention policies that assure a diverse workforce;

- a workplace environment that is welcoming and supportive of all;

- awareness, understanding, and education regarding diversity issues;

- zero tolerance for expressions of discrimination, bias, harassment, stereotyping, or disrespect toward any person or group;

a workforce ethic that embraces diversity and makes it the norm for all interactions, including delivery of services to the public.

Minutes:

May 23