Who We Are
The State of Missouri is dedicated to building and sustaining a workforce that reflects the diverse population of its citizens and the communities it serves, pursuant to Section 36.040, RSMo. The Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO), part of the Office of Administration, works with executive departments to develop strategies that foster a workforce which encompasses the diversity of the state’s residents, while celebrating the cultural richness of all Missourians. Diversity fuels innovation, and by promoting inclusivity and accessibility, we enhance the quality of our work.
Businesses of all industries, sizes, and backgrounds play a crucial role in the economic prosperity of Missouri and its communities. OEO furthers economic growth by certifying minority- and women-owned businesses, as required by Section 37.020, RSMo, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, under Section 34.074, RSMo.
What We Do
The Workforce Diversity Program enhances the engagement and productivity of state employees by working to recruit diverse talent and cultivate a culture of inclusion within our organization.
The Supplier Diversity Program seeks to enhance the state’s economy by increasing the utilization of Minority, Woman, and Service-Disabled Veteran-owned business participation on state contracts.
We help to connect certified Minority, Woman, and Service-Disabled Veteran-owned business members with various procurement opportunities across state government.
We engage with other partners and stakeholders to better connect our customers with access to information, resources, and capital that will lead to increased diversity and inclusion within our workforce and marketplace.
