Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Bay Cove

Diversity, equity and inclusion have always been central to Bay Cove Human Services’ work. We were founded on the principles that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect, and that people should have access to the services that they need to help them live the lives they want to live. Our programs have always been designed for the people we serve to be fully immersed in the community—to live, work and thrive in the places they are comfortable.

We hold these same beliefs in regards to the exceptional staff who work for our agency. Bay Cove’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Steering Committee—comprised of staff from throughout our agency—help Bay Cove institutionally address biases, disparities, and structural barriers that impact the conditions, experiences and outcomes of those historically and systemically left behind or excluded. Bay Cove’s DEI efforts place underrepresented voices at the center of our work to establish priorities, determine goals, and to turn plans into actions—making Bay Cove a safe and welcoming workplace, and one that offers the same access to opportunities for all our staff.

The Steering Committee developed our current DEI strategic plan in conjunction with consultants from Center Focus International, Inc. A working group of 17 Bay Cove employees, comprised of staff who volunteered to participate, guided this strategic process, beginning with the development of a Statement of Intention to reflect our commitment and aspiration.