At ZTGH, we believe that it is important to foster a company culture where every voice is welcome, heard and respected. Our Diversity and Inclusion Committee is committed to the following mandate:
1. To assist in creating an open and safe workspace for all of our employees and partners.
2. To develop and communicate an inclusion and diversity strategy that aligns with firm values
3. To act as an advisory committee to the partnership and the firm on policies and practices that relate to our inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace including recruitment, hiring practices, retention, and advancement.
4. To educate ourselves on current reports, studies and statistics on diversity and inclusion practices in the legal profession.
5. To source and recommend training opportunities for lawyers and staff on issues relating to diversity and inclusion particularly the EDI requirements for lawyers.
6. To coordinate and plan initiatives that develop diversity and inclusion awareness 1) internally at the firm 2) to the legal profession 3)to our clients whether this is through education, external events, social media and/or web presence
7. To take a leadership role in internal firm community or charitable events that relate to diversity and inclusion.
8. To support and encourage diverse voices and allyship in the fight to end systemic discrimination.
At ZTGH we know that reducing our carbon footprint is a key issue for our community, our employees, and our future. We recognize that climate change impacts marginalized communities most profoundly. We are committed to reaching a science-based target of net zero carbon emissions. Please read our Climate Change Action Policy here.
Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee members are: Suzanne Clarke, Shanti Barclay, Alex Reyes, Rebecca Brown Greer, Sonya Katrycz, Alexander Dos Reis, Hooman Zadegan, Dakota Forster, Kasia Kosacka, Melinda Baxter, Shannon Wood, Yalda Aziz, Thulasi Kandiah, Lauren Kolarek, Branson Wong, Laila Khalil, Danielle O’Neil, Ashley Goncalves, Katie Moore, and Stan Byrne