RGEAP Progress Reports

Departments began their work when the Race Gender Equity Action Plan (RGEAP) was launched in 2020. As a result of the pandemic, much of the initial efforts of department Equity Teams, including working through the 43-Point Equity Baseline Assessment and solidifying their teams, was delayed until 2021 or 2022.

In addition to the baseline assessment, which many departments turned into a survey and disseminated to all department employees, Equity Teams used the 14 outcomes and actions outlined in the RGEAP to identify growth opportunities and improvements along the major choice points of the employee systems and bring to life the City’s equity goals and strategies.

Each report includes a message from the head of the department or office, a statement from the Equity Team, a Racial Equity Statement, some of which are still in development, and a spreadsheet detailing which of the 14 outcomes and actions the teams focused on for a particular fiscal year.

Additional considerations:

  • Promote systemic change: It goes beyond individual bias and tackles the broader structural barriers and policies that perpetuate inequities within an organization or community.
  • Ensure accountability and transparency: A clear plan with measurable goals and timelines holds an organization accountable for progress and allows for transparent reporting on efforts to achieve equity.
  • Engagement in the community: The process of developing the plan can involve community input, ensuring that the needs and perspectives of diverse populations are considered and addressed.
  • Develop targeted interventions: By identifying specific areas of concern, the plan can guide the development of tailored strategies and initiatives to address disparities effectively.
  • Build internal capacity: Creating a plan can help build awareness and understanding of equity issues within an organization, empowering staff to actively participate in change.

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