Interested in learning how to promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility? We’re here to help.
A focus on the recruitment, training, placement, and retention of individuals who belong to underserved communities that have historically been denied equitable treatment is an essential aspect of quality jobs. The Good Jobs Principles discuss Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA): All workers have equal opportunity. Workers are respected, empowered, and treated fairly. DEIA is a core value and practiced norm in the workplace. Individuals from underserved communities do not face systemic barriers in the workplace. Underserved communities are persons adversely affected by persistent poverty, discrimination, or inequality, including Black, Indigenous, people of color; LGBTQ+ individuals; women; immigrants; veterans; military spouses; individuals with disabilities; individuals in rural communities; individuals without a college degree; individuals with or recovering from substance use disorder; justice-involved individuals; and opportunity youth.
The resources on this page are intended to assist government, employers, and other stakeholders develop equitable pathways into quality jobs.
Project Labor Agreements As Tools For Equity
Learn how project labor agreements can be a tool for advancing equity in construction projects.
Tools For Building An Equitable Infrastructure Workforce
Learn best practices for recruiting and retaining women in construction, manufacturing, and clean energy jobs.
Transportation Best Practices to Expand Access to Jobs and Economic Opportunity
This U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) report includes detailed recommendations on how state and local transportation agencies can expand access to jobs and opportunity for underrepresented communities.
Mega Construction Project Program
The Department of Labor's Office of Federal Contractor Compliance Programs (OFCCP) is creating opportunity for underserved communities through the Mega Construction Project Program.
People With Disabilities and the Good Jobs Principles
The Investing in America (IIA) agenda is bringing $2 trillion dollars in federal investments to create good jobs in infrastructure, clean energy, and advanced manufacturing. IIA will make sure that all America’s workers – including workers with disabilities – have equitable access to these good jobs. Learn more about how the Good Jobs principles empower employers to intentionally recruit, train, retain, and promote people in ways that are accessible to all jobseekers, including those with disabilities.
Learn About Access and Opportunity Committees
Access and Opportunity Committees (AOCs) can build equitable pathways into quality jobs and help project owners and contractors meet hiring objectives.