|
We prioritize diversity and inclusion in the workplace by cultivating a diverse workforce. Here are highlights of 2015 initiatives:
- Multicultural Awareness Day — employees at exhibit booths share information about their cultures, traditions, values and more.
- Exploring diversity through film — popular films teach diversity and inclusion.
- Executive Diversity Council — members work to foster a workplace that values diversity and inclusion.
- Diversity and Inclusion Summit — brings together area and district Diversity and Inclusion professionals.
- Diversity resources — training courses address diversity related topics, such as unconscious bias and gender and cultural sensitivity.
- Cultural⁄Heritage Resource Kits — information available to employees for individual learning and cultural awareness. The kits include notable historical facts and trends, contributions of the Postal Service and other relevant information.
- Lunch and Learn Series — held monthly, sessions highlight postal innovations, professional development and internal initiatives, including diversity.
- Book club — held quarterly, participants read a book at their leisure and then reconnect for a discussion. Selections are typically related to self-improvement, career enhancement, business strategies and similar topics.
- Take Our Sons and Daughters to Work — annual event enables young people to visit the Postal Service and explore various postal occupations. It also provides an opportunity for students to engage in team-building exercises.
The Postal Service stamp program provides an opportunity to educate and inform the world about the achievements and contributions of notable women, African Americans, Hispanics, Asian Americans and others. The following were stamps issued during FY 2015:
|
|