Ramsey County has launched an initiative to recruit up to 20 organizations interested in enhancing equity and inclusion within their ranks aimed at fostering a more inclusive workplace environment. The chosen organizations will have the opportunity to send two representatives to participate in the Inclusive Workplaces Cohort, a program designed to propel the integration of these principles into daily workplace practices.
The initiative, announced through the county's official Twitter account, is now calling for applications. Organizations keen on joining the process can apply through the county's dedicated webpage. The county underscored the importance of this initiative, saying "to have two participants join the Inclusive Workplaces Cohort to learn how to accelerate their ability to advance equity and inclusion in the workplace," as per their X post.
Up to 20 organizations in Ramsey County will be selected to have two participants join the Inclusive Workplaces Cohort to learn how to accelerate their ability to advance equity and inclusion in the workplace. Learn more and apply at https://t.co/W8JrQ2O0fx pic.twitter.com/LiSteD4gBv
— RamseyCounty (@RamseyCounty) January 28, 2024
While the specifics of the curriculum have not been fully detailed, the intent is clear: to equip organizations with the knowledge and tools necessary to create an environment where diversity is not only recognized but celebrated and utilized as a catalyst for growth and innovation. This program signals a commitment by Ramsey County to take actionable steps toward building a more equitable business community.
Interested parties are encouraged to learn more about the cohort and how to apply by visiting the county's dedicated webpage for this initiative. Applications are expected to attract a variety of sectors, all with the shared goal of progressing workplace inclusivity.