The DEI Collaborative

What is The DEI Collaborative?

The future of our economy depends on how we advance inclusive economic growth. That is why ChamberRVA has worked to build a more robust DEI strategy that includes community programming, member training and resources, and business lead initiatives to promote supplier diversity.
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Why ChamberRVA Champions Equity and Inclusion?

As the region’s trusted voice for modern business, we lead on issues impacting our members, community, and society. As a neutral party, we represent the entire region, unbound by political boundaries.

We unite organizations to create shared goals and understanding around racial equity and inclusion, using our platform to promote principles and values that position Richmond as a national model for an equitable and inclusive business community.

Our Commitment

ChamberRVA affirms that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to building a high performing workplace culture – and vibrant communities. We believe everyone in our region should have equal access to opportunity and share in Richmond’s economic prosperity. We also believe that our organization is uniquely positioned to address economic mobility.

Our Action Plan

Internal Capacity Building

 Organizational work to prepare the board and staff to engage well in serious DEI leadership with the business community.

Member Support

Providing space, tools and best practices to help the business community change behaviors, practices and outcomes to support greater DEI.

B+B Small Business Barrier Removal and Ecosystem Support

 Helping to convene, partner and collaborate to strengthen Black and brown owned businesses in the Richmond region.

Our Action Plan

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Internal Capacity Building

Organizational work to prepare the board and staff to engage well in serious DEI leadership with the business community.
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Member Support

Providing space, tools and best practices to help the business community change behaviors, practices and outcomes to support greater DEI.
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B+B Small Business Barrier Removal and Ecosystem Support

Helping to convene, partner and collaborate to strengthen Black and brown owned businesses in the Richmond region.

DEI Collaboratives Resource Center

This resource center offers a wealth of tips and tools to help employers and employees foster diversity, equity, and inclusion in their workplaces and communities. Please note, ChamberRVA does not endorse the companies, products, or ideas shared here.

Updated regularly, our center reflects the latest DEI best practices.

Have resources to share?

Contact Brittany Seward, DEI Project Manager, at  Brittany.Seward@ChamberRVA.com.

Explore Our DEI Toolkit