HomeAboutAbout Us Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota Mission Leadership Inclusion FAQ Resources Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota's mission to eliminate barriers to work and independence is deeply rooted in inclusion. We help connect people to jobs who are often overlooked or underrepresented in the workforce. The unemployment rate in Minnesota is 60% higher for people with disabilities; the poverty rate for families of color is up to three times that of white families. We support job applicants with employment readiness, career navigation and job training because these disparities are unacceptable to us. EQUITY STATEMENT Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota believes that diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) are central to our mission to eliminate barriers to work and independence, and our vision of a world where everyone experiences the power of work. We strive to reflect the communities we serve and strengthen partnerships, while making a solid case for the importance of this work. We will bring diversity, equity and inclusion to the forefront internally and externally and speak out against overt and systemic racism, oppressions and inequities. As an employer we will build on employee engagement and inclusion efforts. As a community member we will reflect our service communities and actively learn together. As a service provider we will create equitable opportunities. As an advocate we will influence systems change. DEI COUNCIL Our employees help build a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion that permeates all areas of our work. A DEI Council with staff members from across the organization shares educational opportunities, conducts listening sessions and hosts spaces for people to be their authentic selves. We also have a staff team that proactively discusses accessibility/identifies areas to improve. OUR ACTIONS We believe in action-oriented DEI efforts, which are always evolving and will be updated here: Calling on employees to source vendors, partners and support businesses that are women and minority-owned. We link arms with other nonprofits to speak out against racial injustice, economic disparities and discrimination. Get details. We actively work to recruit and retain people of color, people from diverse backgrounds and we recognize the intersectionality in every individual that interacts with us. Women are strong leaders at GESMN! Three of our five chief executive officers are female, as well as women in leadership roles across the entire organization. We seek out and speak to diverse audiences, ensuring our marketing and communications efforts are accessible and inclusive. We will aways have work to do. We will listen with open, honest minds. We will get uncomfortable in our efforts to increase understanding, and work to create a more fair playing field for all. Check out these free DEI events: Nov 26 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Toolkit User Group Nov 26, 2021, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Charities Review Council is hosting this event every Friday and invite you to join us as you’re able. There’s no fee to participate and you don’t have to attend every meeting. Simply come when you can/when you have questions, and we’ll meet you there. Sign up on Eventbrite. Watch the previous recording and learn more here. Dec 02 2021 Policy Summit Dec 2, 2021, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Come hear from community leaders and policy experts about public issues that matter to our community. Topics will include, Education, Maternal Health, Housing, Economic Growth, Police Accountability, and Redistricting. This virtual event is hosted by the Council for Minnesotans of African Heritage. For ADA and translation services, please send an email to cmah@state.mn.us Register Dec 03 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Toolkit User Group Dec 3, 2021, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Charities Review Council is hosting this event every Friday and invite you to join us as you’re able. There’s no fee to participate and you don’t have to attend every meeting. Simply come when you can/when you have questions, and we’ll meet you there. Sign up on Eventbrite. Watch the previous recording and learn more here. Dec 10 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Toolkit User Group Dec 10, 2021, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Charities Review Council is hosting this event every Friday and invite you to join us as you’re able. There’s no fee to participate and you don’t have to attend every meeting. Simply come when you can/when you have questions, and we’ll meet you there. Sign up on Eventbrite. Watch the previous recording and learn more here. Dec 17 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Toolkit User Group Dec 17, 2021, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Charities Review Council is hosting this event every Friday and invite you to join us as you’re able. There’s no fee to participate and you don’t have to attend every meeting. Simply come when you can/when you have questions, and we’ll meet you there. Sign up on Eventbrite. Watch the previous recording and learn more here. Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with the Federal Tax ID: 41-0706171. 553 Fairview Ave. N St. Paul, MN 55104 651-379-5800 Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that envisions a world where everyone experiences the power of work. A proud partner of the American Job Center network. Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota is a tax exempt organization. Tax Exempt#: 8357182. © 2021 Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota Store health & safety Find your Goodwill Subscribe Give now Contact Us Accessibility Privacy Policy Site Map