Our Commitment to Equity

At USDA, we are recommitting ourselves to the values of equity and inclusion rooted in justice and equal opportunity for our employees and those we serve.

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Recognizing Opportunities

This includes recognizing opportunities within the Department that ensure historically underserved groups more fully access and participate in USDA programs and services.

Integrating Civil Rights and Equity

We will work to ensure all aspects of civil rights and equity are integrated across USDA, and we desire to build a workforce more representative of America.

Rooting Out Generations of Systemic Racism

USDA is taking bold historic action to root out generations of systemic racism, to deeply integrate equity in decision-making and policymaking, and to build equitable systems and programming inclusive of all employees and all customers.

Equity Progress

Equity Commission - Call for Nomination
View the accomplishment report (PDF, 187 KB)