The IEC Brief: June 11, 2021
Virtual Workshop: Communication, Ethics & Technology: Responding to Change
June 16, 2021. 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm, ET
This interactive presentation will briefly explore the ethical practices in business, communication, social media, and the interplay between machines and humans.

Panelists:

Yahya Kamalipour, Professor of Media & Communications, A&T State

Shalen Harper, Student in Journalism & Mass Communication, A&T State


Assistance Needed:
Notice from the Department of Energy
Deadline to Participate: June 15, 2021

The federal government is committed to pursuing a comprehensive approach to improve diversity and equity in the federal marketplace for those who have been historically underserved, marginalized, and adversely affected by persistent poverty and inequality, such as:

  • Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs), and Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs);
  • Business owners who are people of color;
  • Persons with disabilities; and
  • Businesses located in historically underutilized business zone (HUBZone) areas

The Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP) in the Executive Office of the President and the Department of Energy (DOE) are co-hosting a two-week crowdsourcing campaign to identify barriers faced by underserved groups that prevent them from full and equal access to federal procurement opportunities.
You are invited to share your ideas. All ideas are welcome. Topics of interest include:

  • Specific contracting policies, procedures, and practices in creating disparities in outcomes and inequities in access and opportunity
  • Real-world examples /experiences that illustrate barriers faced by historically underserved groups
  • Patterns or trends, supported by data, that indicate inequality
  • Barriers unique to or associated with science and research procurements

Join the campaign anytime June 1 - June 15 to submit your ideas, or comment and vote on ideas submitted by others.

Your contributions will help shape plans and solutions that dismantle obstacles embedded in the federal acquisition system and promote equity in federal procurement activities.

Thanks, and we look forward to hearing your ideas.

Lesley Field, Deputy Administrator for OFPP
John Bashista, Director for Office of Acquisition Management, DoE
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