Quincy Reporter

Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce issued the following announcement on June 23.

The Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce on a national initiative to address inequality of opportunity.

The Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce will join the U.S. Chamber’s national townhall event on June 25 where business and community leaders will discuss concrete actions that can be taken by government and the private sector to address inequality through education, employment, entrepreneurship, and criminal justice reform. As a partner on this important initiative, the QACC will host local and industry dialogues to further the discussion.

“Our Chamber has positioned itself well to do to the work of Diversity & Inclusion. Our board of directors unanimously voted in October 2017 to make D&I one of our strategic pillars. With the recent horrific events, our community has responded well; however, this is only the beginning. Advocacy, awareness, and commitment must continue as we look for additional ways to impact policy and equality for all,” said Latonya Brock, executive director of the QACC.

“The moral case for greater diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace is indisputable, and there’s overwhelming evidence that greater diversity benefits the American economy, businesses, communities and employees,” said U.S. Chamber President Suzanne Clark. “We are proud to partner with the Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce on this initiative and help develop a robust plan of action.”

The work of this national initiative will build on the work already undertaken by QACC to be a lead advocate for an inclusive culture which celebrates diversity, retention, and growth of their membership; and their creation of opportunities that foster leadership development. To register for the townhall, click here.

The Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce shall promote activities and identify solutions that meet member needs and enhance the business climate and economic well-being of the Quincy Area.

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