Kevin Lovaincy, Chief Equity Officer
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is a top priority for the City of Worcester, and its mission is to cultivate a workplace environment reflective of the Worcester community with a culture of service, respect and accountability.
In addition, the Human Rights, Investigations, and Training & Development divisions were transitioned to the EODEI, along with the Human Rights Commission, Advisory Committee on the Status of Women, Accessibility Advisory Committee, and a newly created Advisory Committee on Latino Affairs.
What We Do
Accessibility
Human Rights
Investigations
Training & Professional Development
The Division of Training and Professional Development leads the planning, delivery, and evaluation of training and development programs to employees across the City. This division aligns training initiatives with the municipality's strategic plan and departmental goals, supports employee growth, and fosters a culture of continuous learning, equity, and excellence in public service.
Involvement
Human Rights Commission
It is the goal of the Human Rights Commission to ensure that all city residents are treated fairly & equally by eliminating bigotry, discrimination, intolerance & prejudice.
Accessibility Advisory Commission
The Accessibility Advisory Commission ensures that all residents and visitors with disabilities have access to city programs and services by providing information and referral, advocacy, outreach and educational programs.
Advisory Committee on the Status of Women
The function of the Advisory Committee on the Status of Women is to formulate, encourage, promote and monitor programs and policies relating to the status of women in the City of Worcester.
Commission on Latino Affairs
Encourage, promote and monitor policies and practices in the City to ensure that Latinos enjoy the equal protection of the law, equal access to all public services and full enjoyment and exercise of their civil rights.
WPD Racial Equity Audit Webpage
In 2022, the Worcester Police Department (WPD) underwent a Racial Equity Audit, conducted by the Center for Naval Analyses (CNA). The audit involved an external review of WPD's institutional norms, systems, policies, and practices and resulted in several recommendations on improvements to its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts. Get a full breakdown of the WPD's work related to the full list of CNA's recommendations; new actions and outcomes will continue to be added.
Timeline of WPD Policy and Program Updates in Context of DOJ Report
A full account of Worcester Police Department (WPD) wide initiatives beginning in February 2021 implemented prior to, during, and following the Department of Justice report that are aligned with recommendations from the report. Initiatives include WPD beginning the process to replace and upgrade its records management system, implementing its body-worn camera program, publishing calls for service daily on Informing Worcester, enhancing recruitment for diverse candidates, and eliminating the chief and deputy chief positions from Civil Service. Find out how WPD is enhancing transparency and its relationships with the community it serves.
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Diverse Business Directory
This directory helps you discover businesses in Worcester that are owned by a broad spectrum of people, such as those with disabilities, veteran status, women, LGBTQIAs, minorities or New Americans.