Company
Date Published
Author
Ariane Evans, DE&I Program Manager, Tyrone Dobson, DEI Manager, Kim Camacho, DEI Director
Word count
1277
Language
English
Hacker News points
None

Summary

This year, New Relic celebrated Black History Month with the theme of Black U.N.I.T.Y., which stands for Celebrating Uniqueness, Building Networks, Valuing Inclusion, Honoring Tradition, and Being the Best YOU. The company's diversity, equity, and inclusion team is working to support various efforts to promote equality, justice, and unity among its employees. New Relic recognizes the importance of acknowledging and celebrating the unique experiences and contributions of Black people in the workplace. The company has implemented programs such as the Relics of Color employee resource group, which provides a space for Black employees to share their individual experiences and preferences, and daily prompts on Slack channels that encourage open discussions. Additionally, New Relic sponsors events like AfroTech to build relationships between employees and Black professionals from across the tech industry. The company values inclusion, believes in refining its practices of allyship, and is committed to creating a more inclusive workplace. By honoring traditions and recognizing the importance of authenticity, New Relic aims to create a culture that allows all employees to feel included and valued.