The purpose of the EODIAC is to review and monitor the department's progress toward the attainment of equal opportunity and diversity goals. The role of this committee is to advise the DHS director about barriers to equal opportunity within our department. The committee then makes recommendations for improvement and advocates for implementation. The committee also will advise the department on the development of goals and objectives for carrying out equal opportunity policies, including recommending actions to improve staff relations and eliminate barriers to equal opportunities.

The committee has two standing subcommittees, Equal Opportunity and Diversity. Each one works to identify and ameliorate barriers to flexibility within the department as they impact equal opportunity and diversity. This may be done through site visits or other appropriate methods. They provide on-going information to department employees on equal opportunity and diversity through various communication means (brochures, Web Site and posters). They also analyze information and draft recommendations, which assist in the identification and/or development of barrier free avenues for education and development of staff.

The director and staff of the Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity Programs attend the EODIAC meetings. They provide technical support, information, and advice, and suggest areas of inquiry or specific concerns to be addressed by the committee.

EODIAC meets on the second Friday of each month at the Grand Tower Building, located in downtown Lansing, MI.

If you have been thinking about making a contribution to the department, and have not decided as to how you could best do so, consider joining the EODIAC. This is one committee where you can make a difference! Applications are available on the Web-site, or you may contact the office by calling 517 373-8520.