Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Resources for Creating a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Workplace Culture

During 2021, researchers at the LeadingAge LTSS Center @UMass Boston embarked on a study designed to support a key LeadingAge strategic goal: to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the long-term services and supports (LTSS) workplace. The project team produced six resources:

Summary Report:
An Overview

This overview presents key findings from the LTSS Center’s “Creating a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Workplace Culture” study.

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A Review of the Literature

This research brief explores published research focusing on principles and strategies that can be used to advance DEI in the LTSS field.

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Perspectives of LeadingAge Members

This research brief reviews the processes that leaders at nine LeadingAge member organizations are using to plan and implement DEI activities.

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Perspectives of Leaders of Color

This research brief shares insights from 13 leaders of color about their career journeys, experiences with DEI issues, and recommendations for change.

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Snapshot of the Field of Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS)

This document describes the LTSS field and presents sample career opportunities and median salaries.

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A Survey of LeadingAge Members

This infographic contains findings from an LTSS Center survey designed to gauge the level of DEI activities among LeadingAge multisite organizations and life plan communities.

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