Preliminary REP pages 328-331
Plan area: Good Governance & Inclusive Decision-Making
The NYC Law Department represents the City of New York in legal matters and provides legal counsel to all City agencies. The Law Department's equity goals include building an environment that values racial equity and provides colleagues with a greater knowledge of the related theories of justice so that they may apply that knowledge when providing counsel to or defending City agencies. The Law Department is committed to advancing anti-racism training, diversifying its workforce, and ensuring equitable legal processes.
Build an environment that values racial equity and provides our colleagues with a greater knowledge of the related theories of justice so they may apply that knowledge when providing counsel to or defending City agencies
Population focus: General
Goal ID: LAW-G01
Foster an increased connection between the Law Department and community members, especially those marginalized, to build more pathways for community engagement in our work
Population focus: Underserved communities
Geographic focus: Underserved neighborhoods (unspecified)
Goal ID: LAW-G02
Enhance recruitment and retention strategies to build avenues of opportunity for diverse legal professionals
Population focus: General
Goal ID: LAW-G03
Expand opportunities for unionized civil service members to better achieve a rate of pay consistent with the NYC True Cost of Living standards
Population focus: General
Goal ID: LAW-G04
