We believe practicing diversity, equity and inclusion adds value to our employees, our Bank and the communities we serve.
Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At the Richmond Fed, we believe diversity, equity and inclusion adds value to our employees, our Bank and the communities we serve.
The Richmond Fed has a a long history of commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). We believe a diverse and talented workforce is essential to strengthening the economy and our communities and delivering on our Congressional mandate of promoting stable prices and maximum employment.
Leading our efforts is our Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (ODEI), which was established as part of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2010. ODEI is responsible for promoting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, increasing access and opportunity for diverse-owned businesses in our procurement activities, and advancing financial literacy in underserved schools.
Collectively, we strive to ensure our employees, area businesses and communities have equitable access to opportunity, networks, resources and support so each may reach their full potential.
Our Commitment to DEI
We provide access and opportunity for diverse-owned businesses to participate in our procurement and contracting processes.
We support educators, students and the public to advance financial literacy and enhance understanding of economics, personal finance and the Federal Reserve.
A diverse and inclusive workforce enhances innovation and helps us support and engage with the communities we serve.
Our Community Development & Engagement team works with community and business leaders to address economic challenges and identify opportunities in low- and moderate-income and underserved communities.
There’s a unique and untold story within every Richmond Fed employee. Get to know us by reading just a few of those individual #MyRichmondFed stories.
The mission of Richmond Fed's Center for Advancing Women in Economics (AWE) is to champion diverse perspectives in economic research and policymaking by mentoring and connecting women and promoting their high-quality research.
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