2022 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Report
DE&I: Our Keystone For Connection
Evolent stands firm behind our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) and non-discrimination with our people, through our programs, and alongside our partners.
Our Philosophy
At Evolent, DE&I is part of our DNA. Foundationally, “foster inclusion” is one of our four company values and to us, that translates into nurturing an inclusive work and health service environment where everyone is valued and celebrated. We believe this commitment to DE&I enhances our culture and leads to a better-run business, too.
The work is grounded in three pillars: people, programs and partnerships.
We aim to recognize and celebrate the diversity of our workforce and those we serve.
We aim to produce inclusive systems that enable us to source, attain and retain top talent.
We aim to integrate DE&I into our business practices to deliver innovative and holistic solutions.
Ultimately, we believe our DE&I work connects us to our mission, fuels our success and fortifies our bonds with each other and those we serve.
Our Accomplishments
Our People. Our Culture.
Naprisha Taylor, VP, DEI
Jake Haunty, Sr. Director, Project Management
Alicia Malec, Assc. Director of Training and Devleopment
Rachel Bunner, Assc. Director, Accounting
Samantha Pham, Clinical Pharmacist
John Tam, Chief Strategy Officer
Today, I celebrate the DE&I progress we’ve made since 2016. From the very beginning, we made the connection that our DE&I efforts weren't just the right thing to do, but they also make our company better. We’ve made great strides in parity in leadership representation, in more in-depth trainings, and in expanded business resource groups. DE&I is core to who we are in our interactions and in our day-to-day work. We strive to bring the best working experience to our people, and we pause today to acknowledge how far we’ve come.
Seth Blackley, Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder
Women in Leadership
Minorities in Leadership
Inclusion Score
Leaders Circle Retention
Definitions:
* Inclusion Score: Metrics tool for tracking employees’ feelings of belonging and value
* Leaders Circle: Director+ level, high potential minority employee retention program
US Racial / Ethnic Minorities Breakdown*
**Racial and ethnic categories follow US federal employee reporting and census guidelines. **Two or more races, American Indian or Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
OTHER EMPLOYEE SELF-IDENTIFICATION
Other Self-Identification
Disclaimer: This dashboard reveals diversity numbers at Evolent Health, based on voluntary surveys in which employees can self-identify as belonging to designated groups. Thus, the reported numbers may not reflect the full breadth and depth of diversity at Evolent. This data is confidentially collected in Workday, our human resources information system, and through Evolent Health’s annual employee engagement survey. Metrics around leadership, race/ethnicity and self-identification with certain other groups describe domestic employees only. Employees with job titles of managing director and above are categorized as leadership. All other data includes employees located in India. We compile and analyze demographic data to ensure we are striving to create an environment that promotes diversity of backgrounds and thought while embracing our overall mission to change the health of the nation by changing the way health care is delivered. Goals and programs that surround these dashboard numbers are aspirational, intended to cultivate an inclusive workplace. These results reflect data collected as of December 31, 2022.
Our Affinity Groups
Our business resource groups (BRGs) are employee-led affinity groups that help to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace. Represented by nearly 1,000 employees, our BRGs are the change agents that help us attract, retain and support individuals who reflect the wide range of patients that we serve and the communities where we work.
Fights against the second-leading cause of death in the U.S. and provides advocacy and support to individuals who have been affected and impacted by cancer, through education, communications and resources.
Empowers Evolenteers to become leaders by facilitating and encouraging opportunities for learning, collaborating across departments and developing Evolent leadership competencies.
Creates an interactive, supportive space for team members with disabilities and their allies.
Fosters a supportive network to help Evolenteers who provide care to others.
Supports our LGBTQ+ Evolenteers and allies to foster an environment of openness and engagement. Pride also serves as a resource to help members build their professional networks and grow personally and professionally.
Allows its ambassadors to enhance dialogue between employees and leadership regarding DE&I topics and challenges.
Provides an educational resource for Evolenteers on life in the military, events and opportunities, while supporting reservists, veterans and Evolent employees who currently serve or have served in the U.S. armed forces.
Focuses on the culture of our India office and works to strengthen connections across the organization.
Advances, supports and sustains the representation of underrepresented minorities throughout Evolent by creating an inclusive environment and focusing on providing increased access to equal opportunities.
Champions policies that create an equal workplace for all genders.
This group is dedicated to employee wellness through wellness events that promote physical and mental health, education around healthy eating habits, small daily habits to increase wellness, newsletters, etc.
Supporting Evolenteers—and the company as a whole—to take meaningful steps to embrace a sustainable future and safeguard our natural environment for future generations.
Call To Action
No one person, department or singular action can transform culture through DE&I. We invite you to join us in the journey and ask that you commit to the following actions to champion DE&I wherever you go.
Be intentional
Challenge your learned
and unconscious bias
Start by listening,
finish with action
Spotlight
Our Values
In 2021, Evolent released its refreshed company values, and in doing so added the new principle of “foster inclusion.” This addition solidified our commitment to DE&I and non-discrimination and our journey to instill inclusivity into the daily actions of Evolenteers.
