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Mission & Vision

The Office of Diversity and Inclusion advises and supports the Assistant Secretary for Human Resources and Administration in diversity and inclusion issues. The office also supports the Secretary, Deputy Secretary, Under Secretaries, and Assistant Secretaries in their actions to achieve and sustain a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace. Below is ODI's organization chart. Staff biographies are also available.

ODI organizational chart, click to meet our staff

Mission: To grow a diverse workforce and cultivate an inclusive work environment, where employees are fully engaged and empowered to deliver the outstanding services to our Nation’s Veterans, their families, and beneficiaries.

Vision: That VA is the leader in public service in creating a high-performing workforce by capitalizing on its diversity, purposefully embracing inclusion, and empowering all employees to perform to their highest potential.

For additional information about ODI, see the Strategic Plan and the Diversity and Inclusion Annual Report as well as a short PowerPoint presentation.