Vibrant Pittsburgh

Description

Vibrant Pittsburgh believes that a diverse workforce is essential to the ongoing economic vitality of the Greater Pittsburgh region. We must attract, retain, elevate and educate people of all backgrounds, including New Americans, and create an environment that is inclusive and welcoming.

Through collaboration with and support of human resource departments, corporate recruiters, professional organizations and non-profits, Vibrant Pittsburgh is committed to bringing the best talent on earth to our region. We will:

• Welcome newcomers. Attracting a vibrant workforce is one thing; making them feel at home is another. Vibrant Pittsburgh is committed to creating a welcoming environment and making the social connections that allow newcomers to comfortably put down the roots that ensure they stay and flourish in our region.
• Be inclusive. Inclusiveness is key to both our economic growth and our cultural vitality. Our goal is to address barriers to the creation of a more inclusive region and more diverse pool of talent, consisting of different races, ethnicities, physical abilities, beliefs and sexual orientations.
• Energize the region.Our organization will be the catalyst for positive change in and around Pittsburgh. We are committed to elevating our existing workforce, as well as recruiting and retaining new talent. We will work with others a s necessary to educate businesses as well as community members to understand the power, importance, richness and vitality that diversity brings to our region.