Diversity, equity & inclusion
DEI asks us to use the power that we have, whatever that may be, to create a space that is set apart from the injustices and inequities of the world we live in. By creating enough of these spaces, we fundamentally make our part of the world more just.
Diversity, equity & inclusion
DEI asks us to use the power that we have, whatever that may be, to create a space that is set apart from the injustices and inequities of the world we live in. By creating enough of these spaces, we fundamentally make our part of the world more just.
Through humility, creativity, and accountability, we seek to create and maintain justice wherever we have impact through equitable policies, processes, and practices, both with our employees and our team members.
By sharing our data, we hope to contribute to an ongoing conversation about how systematic factors like race, gender, sexual orientation and expression, age, income, and justice involvement impact recovery.
Employee communities
Our Employee Resource Groups (ERG) program started in early 2022 and has had a recent glow up. Since then, we’ve added 3 new groups to the team! ERGs give our internal communities the support and resources necessary to turn strong community bonds into the kind of change that makes the Phoenix a better place for everyone.
Black Alliance ERG
The mission of the Black Alliance is to foster networking, professional development, mentoring, and leadership opportunities with a focus on the (Staff/ Volunteer) recruitment and retention, learning, support, and advancement of Black people in this organization.
Gender Equity ERG
Gender Equity Employee Resource Group (ERG) is dedicated to fostering a workplace where every individual, regardless of their gender identity or expression, feels valued, empowered, and supported. Our mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment that champions gender diversity, dismantles barriers, and promotes opportunities for all.
Fiesta Force ERG
The mission of Fiesta Force is to empower and affirm Latine/Hispanic people by, increasing representation and visibility of Latine/Hispanic people throughout the organization, at all levels, accurately reflecting the diversity of Latine/Hispanic communities in all aspects of the organization's work, and being a resource for Latine/Hispanic members by providing translation services, bilingual programming, and opportunities for professional development.
Queer Collective ERG
The Queer Collective brings queer staff together to provide resources, professional development, and an affinity space for support. Our mission is to provide a safe and inclusive space for queer staff to authentically be themselves.
The Justice League ERG
The Justice League's mission is to create a supportive, inclusive, and empowering environment for employees with lived criminal legal system experience. In addition, it strives to leverage the unique perspectives and experiences of its members to contribute to The Phoenix’s mission.
Our commitments
Deepen individual understanding of DEI principles and skills to increase organizational autonomy.
Provide protections of equity and obligations of inclusion to the entire Phoenix workforce.
Increase engagement from BIPOC communities.