Cleveland Public Library’s Mission to Be a Diverse and Inclusive Organization Extends beyond Its Buildings
Cleveland Public Library is changing the way it is doing business. The Library has established a Supplier Diversity Council to ensure the Library’s suppliers are diverse and representative of the community the Library serves. “When you look at the population of Cleveland, our business partnerships should mirror that population,” remarks Dr. Sadie Winlock, Chief Equity, Education & Engagement Officer of Cleveland Public Library. “The Supplier Diversity Council is part of the bigger picture surrounding the Library’s desire to be inclusive internally and externally across all layers.” Any procurement/supplier contract of $10,000 or less, for example, will go to a minority-owned company. Larger contracts will undergo a bidding process that includes at least one bid from a minority-owned business. This can be seen in efforts to rebuild and reimagine our neighborhood branches.
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