As part of the Administration's mission to build a stronger, fairer, and more equitable New Jersey, Governor Philip D. Murphy established the Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (Office of Equity) which seeks “to advance equity for New Jerseyans who have been left behind for far too long.” Press Release, September 28, 2021

Equity is the extent to which all members of a group experience just and fair treatment, have equal access to opportunity, and are provided a path toward success. Established by Executive Order 265, the office is charged with supporting the well-being of the state's workforce, through people-centered policies that advance equitable outcomes and delivery of programs and services for the people of New Jersey. Recognizing that when our workforce has a better awareness of the lived experiences of their colleagues and neighbors, the outcomes of our policies and systems are more equitable and responsive.

Through a whole-of-government approach, under Executive Order 319, the mission of the Office of Equity is to close opportunity gaps. By giving voice to people, our state workforce can respond to community needs and extend the reach of state programs and services to ensure that New Jersey is a “State of Opportunity” for all people in the Garden State.