Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (Finance Department)

The office’s goal is simple–to establish an environment where equity and inclusion are natural and positioned as business as usual. It is not forced or meant to cause resentment. It will be a bridge to correcting historic harm and inequity.

As a department, we will lead by example advocating equity and accountability from all levels. To champion diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and anti-racism, our office will start the conversation of significant change, internally and externally. We will continuously seek out opportunities for future, long-term growth and collaboration.

Diversity is an action, equity is a system, inclusivity is cultural, and belonging is a feeling. This is the first step we need, but it starts with acknowledging that some change is necessary. With these promising efforts in full force, we welcome you to stay connected and join our efforts. Our office will serve as the convener, while also providing insight into Nashville's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion future.

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Mission

Provide leadership, guidance, and oversight of the City's equity, inclusion, and anti-racism framework
Promote equitable procurement, contracting, and entrepreneurship outcomes
Establish ourselves as conveners while continuously reviewing and redefining strategies, processes, and priorities to better reflect a continuum in equity

Vision

An intentionally diverse, equitable, and inclusive experience throughout the Nashville Metropolitan area
A workforce reflective of Nashville’s diverse population with equally accessible opportunities and a strong sense of belonging
Recognized as core institutional values, and inform thinking, policies, and practices