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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)

Creating an environment that embraces diversity, protects equity, and promotes inclusion and belonging.

We believe we are a stronger organization when all voices and perspectives are equally represented, and we are committed to cultivating a culture of inclusion and connectedness. Acknowledging and valuing our employees as unique individuals, with varied life experiences, and different perspectives will lead to a culture that fosters growth, for all individuals and the organization as whole. Recruiting from a diverse talent pool of qualified candidates to attract and retain top industry talent and maintaining an inclusive work environment ensures ‘TeamUnitil’ is a shared reality for everyone.

Our DEIB framework focuses on education and awareness, culture and relationships, and commitment and partnerships, all with the overarching goal to empower, retain, and grow all employees. We are also demonstrating our commitment to DEIB through the expansion of recruitment channels to specifically engage veterans, women, and members of the LGBTQ+ community, among others. 

 

Thomas Meissner

The Importance of DEIB at Unitil

Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is integral to our organization's core RISE values. We are dedicated to a diverse and inclusive workplace and embrace the genuine benefits DEIB brings to our organization, including our enhanced ability to attract and retain the diverse talent needed for long-term success in the evolving energy landscape.

CEO, Thomas Meissner

DEIB Goals we are working towards

Hear from Members of our DEIB Council

On a mission to involve employees from across the organization to lead, participate in, and own diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives. Serving as an advisory body to Unitil's management and policy teams, they are putting words into actions that integrate into the Company’s policies, programs, and culture.

 Tanya

"With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as best practice, Unitil can continue to grow toward the betterment of not only our own workforce but also the communities in which we serve."

Tanya, Customer Relations Administrator

 Justin

"DEI is important to me to help create a safe space for people to come to work and feel their contributions are valued. Having family members from the LGBTQ community also makes this an endeavor close to my heart. Looking forward to making positive impacts here for Unitil as well!"

Justin, Credit & Collections

 Bob

"DEI is important to me because it brings people together from all walks of life and promotes everyone to work together. When you do this you can learn new things from the different experiences people have had in their life, and discover different approaches to completing a common task. When a community is created that works together you can become very productive, and help accomplish the task at hand. I like getting to know people and their experiences."

Bob, Substation Field Engineer

 Dyana

"Being part of the minority, I believe I can lend my voice to experiences others have not had."

Dyana, Payroll Analyst

Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

A Culture of Engagement

Platforms for sharing experiences, mentorships, and gaining insight. Unitil's DEIB Council, Network of Women (NOW), and Young Professionals of Unitil are passionate towards their causes and making Unitil more inclusive and inviting to all employees.

We RISE

Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, & Excellence

RISE signifies the four most central values of our organization. Our team strives to personify these core principles in all of our actions. As a new era of energy delivery dawns, we and the communities we serve will RISE.