Diversity & Inclusion

Riverside is dedicated to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion, championing the strengths of its employees and community. Through strategic initiatives and ongoing education, Riverside actively promotes equity, cultural competence, and employee engagement to drive positive organizational change and enhance service delivery.

Riverside celebrates and embraces the unique strengths of our employees and the people we serve.

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our mission of delivering compassionate, community-based behavioral healthcare and human services. As we work to make a difference in people’s lives, we are dedicated to respect, equity, and the engagement of our employees and the people we serve. D&I initiatives are actionable catalysts for organizational growth, employee empowerment, and enhanced treatment outcomes.

Our ongoing journey to cultural competence emphasizes the following strategic priorities:

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A Focus on Leadership & Workforce Diversity


We are constantly assessing the state of our organization and making appropriate changes to drive positive culture growth across Riverside. Current actions include:

  • Reviewing and revising our talent acquisition process
  • Strengthening diversity recruitment and hiring of senior leadership
  • Enhancing D&I-focused leadership and workforce development programs
  • Refined recruiting efforts for the Board of Directors
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A Commitment to Continuous Learning


Riverside provides comprehensive trainings that address unconscious bias and promote workplace diversity, while ensuring all staff have equal access to professional development opportunities.

Our exciting new Cultural Competence Academy provides CEUs to participants and improves Riverside’s quality of care by providing staff with the tools to effectively communicate with individuals from different backgrounds and foster inclusive environments.

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Fostering An Inclusive & Equitable Workplace Culture


Employees participate in culturally inclusive trainings during onboarding and are encouraged to register for additional D&I learning opportunities throughout their Riverside careers.

Diverse perspectives are actively encouraged and valued, as Riverside acknowledges that a culturally competent staff is best equipped to meet the needs of the diverse communities we serve.

Metrics That Matter

59%

Of Leadership Positions Are Held By Women

43%

Of Staff Identify As People of Color

57

Employees in Lived- Experience Roles

100+

Unique Cultural Competency Trainings Available

Riverside’s Inclusive Culture is Built to Last

Riverside’s 2025-2027 Diversity & Inclusion Strategic Plan focuses on fostering an inclusive, equitable, and culturally competent organization. This plan is designed to be concise, actionable, and aligned with our organizational priorities, emphasizing measurable goals and sustainable change. With an effective roadmap in place, leadership will continue to create a stronger, more inclusive organization where every member of our community feels seen, heard, and valued.

Mutual Respect: Our Organizational Bedrock

Riverside’s Mutual Respect Policy ensures that Diversity & Inclusion are not only stated values but lived practices reflected in our workforce, workplace culture, client services, and accountability structures. By embracing this organization-wide policy, we affirm a commitment to valuing the exceptional qualities of every employee and person served.

Enjoy Recordings of Riverside’s Annual Diversity & Inclusion Events!

The Music of The Movement

Riverside’s Diversity & Inclusion Committee invites you our fourth annual Black History Month Celebration: The Music of the Movement. Berklee College of Music professor Jerome Kyles and his band blend a live musical performance with insightful discussions as we explore the role of music in the Civil Rights Movement and its connection to healing, behavioral health, and community work.

Confidently Me: A Celebration of LGBTQ+ Representation

Riverside’s 2024 Pride celebration uplifted people of all gender identities, empowered members of the LGBTQ+ community to live as their authentic selves, and featured actionable insights from Keynote Speaker Mason Dunn, Director of Education and Research with the Massachusetts LGBT Chamber of Commerce.

Healing: The Powerful Journey of Unlearning, Adapting, and Thriving

Riverside’s Diversity & Inclusion Committee invites you to explore the nonlinear paths of healing and personal growth. Keynote Speaker Michelle E. Dickinson, a passionate mental health advocate, TED speaker, and published author, inspired the audience to break free of limitations by sharing her powerful journey of self-discovery.

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