Company Profile
Institute for Diversity and Inclusion in Emergency Management
Company Overview
I-DIEM is a global non-profit established to facilitate change by integrating equity into all aspects of emergency management. Our focus is on humanity and our vision supports the empowerment of marginalized communities within all phases of the disaster management cycle.
The mission of I-DIEM is to serve as a resource and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion in Emergency Management. I-DIEM leads efforts to increase representation of women and people of color in the field of emergency management, including in positions of leadership, through awareness, training, and education. I-DIEM serves as the conduit for research on diversity and inclusion, equity, and the practical application of equitable Emergency Management practices to improve outcomes and build resilience. The vision of I-DIEM is to enhance global resilience and improve emergency management outcomes by leveraging diversity, inclusion, and equity.
Company History
The Institute for Diversity and Inclusion in Emergency Management (I-DIEM) was co-founded by experienced emergency management practitioners with a focus on diversity and inclusion. I-DIEM has years of experience in disaster management, at all levels of government and the private sector. We have witnessed the damaging impacts caused by a lack of diversity and inclusion first-hand and have been privy to many of the disproportionately biased policy and funding decisions that have negatively affected underserved communities.