Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Resources
Iowa City Area Black Owned Businesses
In the Iowa City area we believe that cultural diversity enriches our community, builds economic vitality, and uplifts our community as a whole. Our area’s Black-owned businesses offer everything from sustainable self-care and spiritual goods to childcare and home improvement services. We encourage you to look at the list below and support our locally-owned Black businesses.
Resources on Race
The Johnson County Diversity and Inclusion Committee compiled a list of our top-ten recommended media about race —including books, documentaries, podcasts, articles, videos, and essays—to help employees seek out information, develop a more comprehensive view of the issues, and become better allies.
The Greater Iowa African American Resource Guide
The Greater Iowa African American Resource Guide lists hundreds of African American businesses, organizations, consultants, physicians, and more.
Inclusive ICR
Inclusive ICR is proud to act as a resource to ICR employers looking for guidance on implementing diversity and inclusion (D&I) workforce initiatives including: Employee Resource Group (ERG) implementation, D&I advisory council development, and connecting staff with colleagues and resources in ICR.
State of the Community: Conversations Around Racial Justice
Holding Our Own BIPOC + Immigrant Business Grant Program
COVID-19 Related News & Events
Stimulus Payments: Check Your Payment Status
The Economic Impact Payments, or stimulus payments, are being processed and should hit bank...
Historic $2 Trillion Stimulus Deal Reached
HOUSE PASSES CARES ACT The House passed the largest peacetime fiscal relief measure in U.S....
Webinar – Unemployment Claimant COVID-19 Information
Learn what you need to know as an employee who is looking to file for unemployment.
Governor Reynolds announces assistance for employees and employers affected by COVID-19 related layoffs
DES MOINES – Governor Reynolds today announced assistance for workers and employers impacted by...