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Welcome to the first issue of MOSAIC, a newsletter from the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI)! This premier edition will introduce the statewide work of our Office, and lay a foundation upon which we can build a deeper understanding of and appreciation for the diversity within our Unified Court System (UCS) family, and among the public that we serve. Read more...
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Deputy Chief Administrative Judge Edwina G. Mendelson is tasked with implementing the recommendations of Secretary Jeh Johnson in his October 2020 report examining racial bias in the court system. In a new Diversity Dialogues podcast interview, Judge Mendelson offers a unique perspective on where we were, where we are and where we’re going—with a roadmap to the future. Read more...
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Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) – also known as business networks, fraternal or affinity organizations – are groups of employees who join together in their workplace, based on a common characteristic like ethnicity, gender, age, religious affiliation, etc. ERGs provide support for their members while working to enhance career development and professional networking in the workplace. Read more...
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Esperanza: A Celebration of Hispanic Heritage and HOPE! In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI), Cervantes Society and Latino Court Officers Society recently hosted a widely-attended lunchtime program and panel discussion, on September 14. The virtual program served as the UCS “kick-off” event for many local court celebrations of Hispanic Heritage Month, which is observed annually from September 15-October 15. Read more...
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The Office of the Managing Inspector General for Bias Matters investigates allegations of bias based upon race, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, domestic violence status, prior criminal record (in certain circumstances), age, marital status, disability, national origin, religion, military status, gender expression or gender dysphoria that affect the workplace or the terms and conditions of employment of UCS personnel, including acts that relate to services provided by court system personnel to the public. Read more...
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The Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) has a long-standing commitment to equal employment opportunity, the elimination of under-representation of minorities and women, and to ensuring a diverse workforce that reflects the community. Read more...
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Are you looking for more information about Diversity and Inclusion? There are many resources available to court employees, from training programs to job postings, promotional opportunities, recommended reading lists, statistics, videos and more. Read more...
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We hope that you’ve enjoyed this issue of MOSAIC. Feedback is welcome. Please reach out to the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) at: Diversity@nycourts.gov with your comments, ideas and suggestions for future issues of this newsletter.
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