1. MnDOT Unified Diversity and Inclusion Plan

2. MnDOT Diversity and Inclusion Philosophy Statement
MnDOT is charged with providing a high quality, dependable transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all Minnesotans.
To be successful, it is essential that MnDOT:
Attract/hire/retain highly skilled individuals
Promote and develop diversity of employees and contractors
Make decisions/plans that are socially responsible and contribute to the public welfare of the communities that MnDOT serves  
To accomplish this, MnDOT establishes best practices that
Promote inclusion
Seek diversity
Demonstrate respect
Encourage creativity
Advocate multiple views and approaches to decision making
Respond to an ever-changing environment
Ensure accountability
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3. MnDOT Business Case for D & I
MnDOT is committed to
expanding its intercultural competence
and diversifying its workforce
In order to be:
Responsive to and trusted by the communities we serve
Effective in delivering high quality, dependable transportation systems
Competitive for a highly skilled workforce
Supportive of a work environment where all employees feel valued and contribute their best
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4. All employees feel valued and contribute their best
Diversity
MnDOT reflects the populations of Minnesota, including race, ethnicity, gender, religious beliefs, age, sexual orientation, class, education level, family, classifications etc.
Inclusion
All employees feel valued and contribute their best
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5. MnDOT Unified Diversity and Inclusion Plan Components
Workforce and workplace environment
Public engagement
Contracting
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6. MnDOT is seen as a leader in D&I within the community.
Workforce and workplace environment
Bias is mitigated in all processes
The diversity of our state is reflected in our workforce at all levels and in all roles throughout the organization
All employees are able to contribute their best and feel valued
Systems throughout the organization ensure a diverse and inclusive environment.
MnDOT is seen as a leader in D&I within the community.
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7. MnDOT will demonstrate and share best public engagement practices.
MnDOT is seen as a trusted partner in developing equitable transportation solutions that work for communities served across Minnesota.
All MnDOT projects have public engagement plans incorporated into the scoping process.
MnDOT will demonstrate and share best public engagement practices.
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8. The diversity of our state is reflected in our contracting partners.
MnDOT will be a leader in ending Minnesota State contracting disparities.
MnDOT is seen as a leader in creating a level playing field for small businesses for highway heavy construction and related services.
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9. Thank you again! Rosemarie Merrigan Rosemarie.merrigan@state.mn.us
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