Who We Are:
The Office of Outreach, Diversity, and Equal Opportunity is comprised of two staffs: Office of EEO and Compliance and Office of Outreach and Recruitment.

Our Vision:
Provide leadership and guidance to create and maintain a competitive and qualified diverse workforce that promotes an all inclusive environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Our Mission:
Provides leadership and guidance for the Agricultural Research Service as well as to the broader Research, Education and Economic mission of the United States Department of Agriculture in building a diverse workforce and promoting a workplace free from discrimination and harassment by:
• Identifying and addressing barriers to eliminate under representation in the workforce;

• Initiating creative internal and external special emphasis, recruitment, and outreach programs, partnerships, and initiatives;

• Conducting proactive and preventative training to educate the current workforce
on cultural diversity, equal employment opportunity, and civil rights issues;

• Encouraging current employees to seek out and participate in career development and mentoring opportunities; and

• Serving as a resource for employees and managers.