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Diverse and Empowered Employees of Portland (DEEP)

Diverse and Empowered Employees of Portland (DEEP) is a networking resource and support mechanism developed by City employees for City employees. The mission of DEEP is to assist the City of Portland in creating and enhancing a work environment that is inclusive and supportive of the City’s diverse workforce. DEEP is committed to working to support the City of Portland’s interest in attracting, developing, and sustaining a diverse workforce committed to quality public service.

The Mission of DEEP is to assist the City of Portland in creating or enhancing a supportive and inclusive environment, which encourages mentoring and networking opportunities to our diverse workforce. DEEP is open to all City employees who support the shared mission of facilitating positive changes across the City.

Program Goals
The goal of DEEP is to support the Mayor’s Office in creating a supportive and inclusive work environment. DEEP will be establishing mentoring and networking opportunities for all City employees. Some of the goals that DEEP will strive to implement will be:

Mentoring
Resources
Assistance with diversity events
Peer support on an individual or affinity group basis
Interview panel resources
Retention & recruitment strategies

Affinity Group Objectives
The affinity groups should share numerous objectives:

To provide a network of employees to promote professional development and advancement; to foster mentor relationships;
To encourage all employees to value their respective groups’ uniqueness and contribution to the City;
To discourage stereotyping;
To promote a positive work environment;
To bring to the attention of top management the concerns of their respective groups;
To work with other entities to address broader organizational and community concerns.

For more information on DEEP email deep@ci.portland.or.us