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Tompkins County Diversity Statement


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, or negative stereotyping 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.


Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee

08-07-2009