The council organizes diversity training on a wide range of topics including unconscious bias, inclusive intelligence, systemic inequities, microtriggers, and cultural humility. These interactive programs provide opportunities for colleagues to recognize and confront their unconscious biases, share their perspectives, and learn from one another.
What we do
Training
Education and awareness
To help employees deepen their understanding of diversity and inclusion in today’s world, the council shares articles in our bi-weekly newsletter. We have also held other educational programming around understanding and valuing generational differences and the racial wealth gap.
Community support
The D-I Council organizes fundraisers to support organizations focused on increasing opportunities for disadvantaged communities. For the second year, in conjunction with Black History Month, the D-I Council organized a fundraiser for the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, an organization that provides college-bound HBCU students with scholarships and enrichment programs.
Voices of the D-I Council
We provide a supportive environment in which employees are encouraged, and feel safe, to be themselves
“Our firm is made up of individuals with diverse geographic and ethnic backgrounds, sexual orientations, personal interests, and personalities. Everyone is welcomed, included, and encouraged to openly express who they are.”
Phyllis Sun, Manager
Diversity is valued, embraced, and celebrated
"The firm recognizes that greater diversity leads to improved problem solving and a more enriching environment."
Amit Bubna, Principal
We are eager to teach and learn from one another
"It is important to educate ourselves and our firm on unconscious biases, and to build programs that achieve equity, fairness, and opportunity. Awareness and training are key, and firm leadership, working with our D-I Council, is committed to implementing programs that address unintended biases and challenge our thinking. We hold ourselves to a high standard through ensuring accountability across our business."
Page Imperial, Chief Operating Officer
Highlights
- July 2024Celebrating cultures and customs
Employees shared traditions, food, and stories at the firm's annual BWorld celebration.
- February 2024Bates White celebrates Black History Month
To commemorate Black History Month, colleagues held a trivia event to raise money for the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, sponsored an education program, and highlighted notable people and events.
- May 2024Firm holds annual DEI&B town hall
At this event, leadership reported on our strategic goals and celebrated our DEI&B networks.
