As a firm, promoting a welcoming and safe environment have always been a priority, but recent events have surfaced new ways of affirming our commitment to our people and our communities. We take pride in our diverse backgrounds and experiences – inclusive of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, national origin, age, ancestry, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Our differences bring us together as we continue to ask questions and learn along the journey.
In 2018, we created a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Office to intentionally promote and foster inclusion and equity across the firm and our investment process, thought leadership, and professional and organizational development.
Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in action.
Recruitment, Retention & Advancement
Intentional hiring of diverse talentDiverse Manager Outreach
Proprietary diverse manager database
Implementation
Incorporate diverse managers in all searchesPartnerships & Collaborations
Collaborate with trade associations, academics, and other strategic partners
Insight
Publications on DEI via Commonfund InstituteCommonfund is signatory to the 2020 Belonging Pledge—A Commitment to Advance Racial Equity sponsored by Confluence Philanthropy, a network of non-profit organizations whose mission is "to transform the practice of investing by aligning capital with community value of sustainability, equity and justice." The pledge recognizes that racial equity belongs throughout the investment process and that change can occur with commitment, goals and measurable benchmarks.
We recognize that in order to create sustainable momentum, we must continue to shape and express our point of view—diversity, equity, and inclusion should be advanced in our industry.