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A Message from Deputy Secretary Don Graves

U.S. Department of Commerce

A Message from Deputy Secretary Don Graves September 8, 2023 ASowah@doc.gov Fri, 09/08/2023 - 08:48 Dear Business Leaders, As Deputy Secretary of Commerce, I am writing to you and your members to underscore the importance of continuing our collective work toward advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA).

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DEIA: Reflecting Back on 2023 and Looking Ahead to What’s Next

U.S. Department of Commerce

DEIA: Reflecting Back on 2023 and Looking Ahead to What’s Next January 8, 2024 ASowah@doc.gov Mon, 01/08/2024 - 14:55 Reflecting on a momentous 2023, the DOC Equity (DEIA) Council continued to inspire us, ignite change, and spark action across the Department to cultivate a culture of fairness and inclusion.

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Women in STEM: Representation Matters

U.S. Department of Commerce

While the data is encouraging, America needs still more diversity in STEM fields. As a scientist and leader of technical organizations, I’ve seen the positive impact that diversity and representation have on science. Work groups with more diversity are more creative. Post by Laurie E. Today, I am a Ph.D.

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U.S. Department of Commerce Appoints First Counselor for Equity

U.S. Department of Commerce

She has extensive experience navigating intersecting issues, including financial inclusion, small business development, workforce development, affordable housing, climate policy, public health, and equity. The Department of Commerce supports Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) at all stages of the employee life cycle.

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Celebrating National Native American Heritage Month

U.S. Department of Commerce

I’ve seen how committed Secretary Raimondo and Deputy Secretary Graves are to diversity in the workplace. It’s also reflected by the training and career development programs run by Commerce, all of which promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Tags Native American Heritage Month

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Commerce Pride and Bringing Cultural Awareness and Inclusion to Commerce

U.S. Department of Commerce

Commerce Pride and Bringing Cultural Awareness and Inclusion to Commerce June 30, 2023 KCPullen@doc.gov Fri, 06/30/2023 - 14:12 Matt Phan (he/him) is the President of Commerce PRIDE, the Department’s cross-bureau queer employee resource group. He feels that being a librarian also is a critical asset to Commerce PRIDE.

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My First Year as DOC Chief Diversity Officer—From Z to A?

U.S. Department of Commerce

My First Year as DOC Chief Diversity Officer—From Z to A‒ February 27, 2023 KCPullen@doc.gov Mon, 02/27/2023 - 12:30 By Junish Arora, Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer As the new DOC Chief Diversity Officer (CDO), I wanted to share my perspective on the first critical year in that role. Leadership Junish A.