Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

  • Among 5,000 candidates recruited for public office, 2/3 are women or people of color.
  • 15% of new candidate recruits are Black, 2x the incumbent level.
  • 6% are latinx, 4x the incumbent level.
  • Recruited candidates are more likely to be Black, mothers, and low-income vs. those from other programs, per a neutral Hart Research study.
  • Led or oversaw environmental justice campaigns to reduce harm to urban, low-income and minority communities from air pollutants and from lead poisoning.
  • Diversified 2 boards of directors, recruiting leaders including Stacey Abrams.
  • Hired, mentored, and promoted diverse staff and enabled them to thrive.