Home » Departments and Divisions » Mayor’s Office » Diversity, Compliance, & Inclusion Diversity, Compliance, & Inclusion We provide access to tools and resources that foster inclusive workplaces, workforces, communities, and city procurement opportunities. We deliver inclusive policy infrastructure, and public private program partnerships that expand access to talent pools, enforce fair and equitable employment, housing, public accommodations, education practices, and assist in fostering vibrant and inclusive city economies. Business Assistance Suite Mentor Protégé Program Inclusive Policies Meet the Team Connect with us on Facebook to see our Business Development at work! Grants, Business Opportunities, and Trainings Updated Regularly Attend events Mentor-Protégé Program Sessions Description Join the online sessions every Wednesday to connect with prime contractors and small, minority-owned businesses! Date Every Wednesday from 1/26/22 to 3/16/22 Time 4:00 to 5:30pm Location https://tinyurl.com/CoSBProtegePro In the News South Bend hires firm to study minority contracting South Bend boy recognized by city’s Human Rights Commission for gentle spirit St. Joseph County, South Bend look to extend human rights pact South Bend looks for diversity in purchasing South Bend to keep fighting for the best future for the next generation South Bend Common Council passes sexual harassment training bill South Bend approves measure that ties tax breaks to higher wages St. Joseph County’s Human Rights ordinance to be enforced locally St. Joseph County commissioners endorse human rights ordinance New report details South Bend’s inclusivity of LGBTQ community St. Joseph County human rights complaints will be investigated in South Bend St. Joseph County Council approves agreement with South Bend in 6-3 vote South Bend Civic Theatre starts conversation on diversity with ‘In The Heights’ SB panel to discuss relationship between community and police South Bend project hopes to grow small businesses and target racial wealth divide South Bend celebrates Martin Luther King with march and new boulevard Breaking down South Bend’s Diversity Purchasing Report The city of South Bend reveals Diversity and Inclusion Plan SB mayor seeks feedback on city’s new diversity and inclusion plan Residents give feedback on South Bend’s diversity and inclusion plan South Bend’s Diversity and Inclusion Officer breaks down diversity report Final Report - Diversity Purchasing Disparity Study Want to know more about the City of South Bend Diversity Purchasing Disparity Study? Learn More Public Presentation - Diversity Purchasing Disparity Study View public presentation slides on the City of South Bend Diversity Purchasing Disparity Study! View slides APPLY FOR BUSINESS ASSISTANCE VOUCHERS Need assistance with: Legal Support Bookkeeping Business Coaching Financial Coaching Certification Support Request a voucher for Fall 2021 REGISTER YOUR LOCAL SMALL BUSINESS Stay Connected to the Office of Diversity & Inclusion for Grants, Services, and Contracting Opportunities by registering your local small business in our registry. Register here APPLY FOR THE MENTOR PROTÉGÉ PROGRAM! Small MWBE business owners - grow your business and connect with prime contractors! We'll review your responses, contact you for a chat, and explain next steps/commitments. Apply VIEW ALL NEWS Email DiversityandInclusion@southbendin.gov Phone 574.235.9261 Address 227 W Jefferson Blvd Suite 1400 N South Bend, IN 46601 Leadership Michael A. Patton, MNA Diversity, Compliance, & Inclusion Officer Connect