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Building Inclusive Language
March 15, 2023
To support SMPS’ efforts to become a more inclusive organization and advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion across the A/E/C industries, the DEI Committee has created a glossary to provide an informative introduction to content Read More
Global Diversity Awareness Month
October 20, 2022
During October, Global Diversity Awareness Month pays tribute to the diverse minds and beliefs held by various cultures around the world. To honor this observance, SMPS member Alexandra Brown shares a few thoughts about diversity in Read More
They Crossed So We Could Flourish
September 7, 2021
I’m a Hispanic male, but I often find myself forgetting that. I was reading Alicia Washington’s article from last year, and I thought to myself, “Yep, uh-huh, oh me, too!”—particularly the parts where she shared Read More
SMPS Member Kim Pipkin
August 17, 2021
In our member spotlight, Kim Pipkin takes time out of her busy day to chat with SMPS. Kim is founder/principal of Black Kite Consulting and president-elect of SMPS San Francisco, and sits on the SMPS Read More
Building Diverse Partnerships Is Critical for A/E/C
July 19, 2021
Since 2012, diversity in Oregon’s state contracts has been legislatively supported through the state’s Certification Office of Business Inclusion and Diversity (COBID). While government-led initiatives have helped increase diversity within the A/E/C industries by consciously Read More
Standing Up
March 25, 2021
SMPS is a diverse community, and we stand in solidarity with our Asian American-Pacific Islander (AAPI) members. We offer our heartfelt condolences to the victims and their families of the recent violence in Atlanta. We Read More
Taking Action for Racial Equality in A/E/C
March 9, 2021
In 2003, SMPS issued its first diversity statement, which came out of the work of a prior task force created for this purpose. Since that time, various members, chapter leaders, board members, and staff have Read More