Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and
Accessibility (DEIA)
YGL fosters a culture of diversity and we promote a diverse work environment. The following resources provide key diverse government information.
Federal Government:
U.S. Office of Personnel Management: OPM serves as the chief human resources agency and
personnel policy manager for the Federal Government.
U.S. Department of Labor: As an organization with diverse functions, the U.S. Department of
Labor carries out its mission through a number of offices and agencies. These are organized into
program areas and headed by an Assistant Secretary or other official.
White House: The Executive office of the President.
DEI Government Resources by Chapters
YGL Chapters Location Listing Resources
The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Department centralizes the City’s efforts to prioritize and operationalize accessibility, diversity, equity, inclusion, and integrity across departments and services. The DEI Department unifies strategic planning and reduces
duplication by consolidating staff from previously discrete offices, those being the Office of Equity, the Office of Municipal Integrity, and the Disability Access Office.
The Mayor’s Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion demonstrates to the world the power of One Atlanta by aligning strong leadership with collaborative action to build an affordable, resilient and equitable Atlanta.
Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Community Advisory Council advocates for, engages in and responds to issues, concerns and needs of County residents as it relates to diversity, inclusion and equity.
Diversity and Inclusion initiatives drive our organization’s commitment to promoting a culture of acceptance, appreciation and
inclusion for a diverse workforce at the City of Dallas. HR is dedicated to openness, transparency, and accountability.
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs): Association of Asian American City Employees (AAACE), City of Dallas Best (Black
Employees Support Team), Veterans ERG (VERG), LGBT Employee Association of Dallas, Hispanic Association of City
Employees for Results (HACER).
The City of Los Angeles is proud of its commitment to inclusion and diversity among our employees. Diversity in our workforce
gives the City access to a rich range of talent, representing different experiences, perspectives, and styles. These differences foster a
collaborative and innovative work environment that makes us a stronger and better organization on every level.
Podcasts and TedTalks
We encourage you to watch these videos and discuss with your co-workers or YGL team members:
How to get serious about diversity and inclusion in the workplace | Janet Stovall
What Diversity & Inclusion is REALLY About | Simon Sinek
Eliminating Microaggressions: The Next Level of Inclusion | Tiffany Alvoid | TEDxOakland
How to Outsmart Your Own Unconscious Bias | Valerie Alexander | TEDxPasadena
Just belonging: finding the courage to interrupt bias | Kori Carew | TEDxYouth@KC
White Men: Time to Discover Your Cultural Blind Spots | Michael Welp | TEDxBend
Harvard Business Review: Women at Work
THE WILL TO CHANGE: Uncovering True Stories of Diversity & Inclusion with Jennifer Brown
The Diversity Gap with Bethaney Wilkinson
Contact:
Katiuska V. Tapia, Chief Diversity Officer, ktapia@younggov.org
Hannah Kim, Deputy Chief Diversity Officer, hkim@younggov.org