Develop a DEI Statement
If your organization hasn’t yet developed a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) statement, now is the time to do so. Similar to mission and vision statements, a DEI statement serves as a foundational principle that guides your company’s aspirations. Articulating your dedication to DEI not only defines your commitment but also steers your company’s efforts toward achieving success.
Dashboards & Surveys
Diversity Dashboard and Scorecards: Track diversity initiatives and drive cultural change with these measurement tools. Diversity is a systemic process requiring data for improvement and success. Diversity Dashboard and Scorecards Sample.
Employee Engagement Surveys: Gain insights into employee priorities and engagement drivers through customizable surveys. Measure satisfaction, leadership, and work environment to set clear goals. Available for customization: Engagement Survey (short and detailed), HR Workforce Survey, Employee Survey.
Community Partner Engagement
Collaborating with community partners and nonprofit organizations is a powerful way to create positive social impact. However, it is essential to approach these partnerships with a commitment to equity, recognizing any power dynamics and preconceptions that may be at play. To ensure fairness and maximize the effectiveness of your philanthropic efforts, view the three key principles for an equitable community engagement strategy.
Partner Organizations Co-founded with MassBio
Launched by MassBio, Bioversity is a Massachusetts-based nonprofit with 501c3 status. In January 2024, it opened a 4,000-square-foot lab and training center, offering its first program, Biotech Career Foundations. This 8-week, in-person certificate program, available to those with a high school diploma or GED, is delivered in partnership with the MCPHS.
Project Onramp
Promoting inclusivity in the life sciences, particularly for underrepresented communities, is a key strategy in combating racial disparities & income inequality. In 2019, MassBio partnered with Life Science Cares, Massachusetts Life Sciences Center, MassBioEd, & Bottom Line to launch Project Onramp – a program offering paid summer internships to underserved students in life sciences companies.
Life Science Cares
Life Science Cares is dedicated to eradicating poverty in Greater Boston, having established an impressive network of service organizations focused on combating poverty through initiatives in survival, education, and sustainability. As your organization considers dedicating time, energy, and resources to bolster our communities, address racial inequities, and nurture the upcoming workforce, we highly recommend collaborating with Life Science Cares and their exceptional partner organizations.
MassBioEd
MassBio’s sister organization, MassBioEd, is dedicated to cultivating a sustainable life sciences workforce in the region through educational programs. These initiatives aim to captivate and inspire teachers, propel and motivate students, and illuminate the path from classrooms to careers. MassBioEd plays a crucial role in shaping the future life sciences workforce and offers professional development opportunities for the current workforce. Support their mission today.
External Affinity Organizations
There are many great programs and organizations that support diversity and inclusion initiatives already in existence in Massachusetts and around the country. Below, check out a select group of external affinity organizations we believe are doing great things in the life sciences and beyond.