Workplace Diversity

Vision

The Beltsville Area is committed to creating and sustaining a workforce where diversity is recognized, valued and nurtured.

The Agricultural Research Service in Beltsville, Maryland is committed to establishing and maintaining a diverse workforce where everyone is accepted, encouraged and respected "because of" their differences.

Dr. Joseph Spence, Area Director, established the Workplace Diversity Task Force to identify and eliminate barriers that may restrict diversity when recruiting, training, promoting and soliciting nominations for awards.

Memo form Joseph Spence establishing the BARC Diversity Committee (PDF)