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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