A Culture of Diversity & Belonging

Every person deserves to feel respected, accepted and valued at home, at work, at school and in the community.

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are not separate from our mission. They shape how we care for clients, how we support employees and how we strengthen the communities we serve.

Everyone is Welcome

We welcome people of every:

Race, ethnicity, culture and national origin
Gender, gender identity and gender expression
Sexual orientation
Age and generation
Religion, faith, spiritual tradition or belief
Language and communication style
Physical, intellectual, developmental or behavioral ability
Family, relationship and marital status
Socioeconomic background

Your Story Matters

We welcome people with disabilities, whether visible or invisible.
We welcome your life experience and perspective.
We welcome people whose lives, families, identities and experiences may not fit neatly into a category.
We welcome your questions, your emotions, your strengths and the parts of your story that others may not always understand.

What Belonging Looks Like

Representation

Our employees bring a wide range of backgrounds, identities, experiences and perspectives to their work. This representation strengthens our teams and helps us better understand the people and communities we serve.

Employee Voice

Employees are encouraged to speak openly, share their experiences and contribute to conversations that influence our organization. Every perspective has the potential to help Oaks learn and grow.

Leadership and Opportunity

Oaks is committed to developing talent throughout the organization and creating opportunities for employees from different backgrounds to grow, lead and make an impact.

Learning and Accountability

Organization-wide education and conversations help employees better understand diversity, inclusion, racial equity, cultural awareness and the impact of health disparities.