Networking Happy Hour with OLA

The Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity and Inclusion’s (EDI) mission is to ensure that all employees and applicants for employment are given an equal opportunity to succeed in the workplace. EDI works to provide a work environment that accepts and respects individual differences and is free of unlawful discrimination.  EDI is responsible for ensuring that the Department of Transportation (DOT) does not discriminate against any employees or applicants for employment in any manner prohibited by federal, state and local law.  EDI also works toward ensuring that DOT maintains an environment free of unlawful harassment as also prohibited by federal, state and local law.

In addition to its commitment to providing equal opportunity, EDI is also committed to valuing diversity. At DOT we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset. Our employees come to us from communities across the five boroughs, and from around the world.  We strive to build a workforce that mirrors the diversity of those communities.  We also aim to create a workplace inclusive for all, one where employees are inspired to be proud of where they come, and one that encourages them to be culturally sensitive to needs of the communities we send them to work in every day. EDI works closely with all divisions and the Citywide Diversity and EEO Office to address employee needs related to recruitment, hiring, promotions, training, pay equity and professional development.