General Lab Information

Employee Resource Groups

To help attract and retain a diverse set of employees the Lab provides financial and structural support to Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). These include the African American Advancement Group, the Asian Pacific American Association, the Brookhaven Veterans Association, Brookhaven Women in Science, the Early Career Resource Group, the Hispanic Heritage Group, and the Pride Alliance.

In recent years, the ERGs have increased the reach and impact of their activities. This includes an increase in membership, an increase in the number of scholarships they offer, new guest lecturers who speak on DE&I topics, and more learning and social events for employees.

Directorate DE&I councils partner with the DE&I Office to help fulfill the Lab’s DE&I strategy and provide support for outreach activities within their directorates and Lab wide.

About Us

The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Office supports the Laboratory’s mission to do world-class science by facilitating the development of a pipeline of qualified, diverse candidates; by recommending to the Lab Director policies and procedures that ensure (1) equitable treatment and opportunities for all employees, (2) an environment free from harassment, and that (3) encourage respect for individual differences.

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African American Advancement Group

AAAG exists to increase visibility & awareness of our culture and contributions. Supports the Lab's goals of inclusion and diversity through various events, including our highlight STEM Scholarship Program that builds a bridge between community and the Lab to foster connectivity, professional development, as well as potential recruitment of stellar STEM scholars.

Contact: Juanita Mc Kinney, Ext. 3915

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Asian Pacific American Association

The APAA promotes unity and awareness through educational/cultural/social programs, the annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Month events, and through discussion of issues that affect the Asian Pacific American community at Brookhaven Lab.

Contacts: Marie Van Buren, Bldg. 515, Ext. 4727
Susan Eng Wong, Bldg. 515, Ext. 7988

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Pride Alliance

The Pride Alliance advocates for non-heterosexual and non-gender conforming individuals at the Lab by serving as a liaison between employees and management to ensure a safe and inclusive working environment. The Alliance promotes a sense of community between our members along with the surrounding LGBTQ+ networks.

Contact: Theresa Grimaldi, Bldg. 801, Ext. 3741

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Hispanic Heritage Group

The Hispanic Heritage Group (HHG) aims to raise awareness and aesthetic appreciation of Hispanic culture at the Lab, and to highlight the contributions of Hispanic people in science and operations at the Lab and beyond. The HHG works closely with the Lab's Inclusion & Diversity Office and the Brookhaven Employees Recreation Association.

Contact: hhg@bnl.gov

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Early Career Resource Group

The Early Career Resource Group (ECRG) is a group of employees who represent the Laboratory's next generation of leaders, scientists, and support staff. Many of its members are new to the Lab or new to their fields/positions at the Lab, while others are experienced staff who are interested in supporting and building collaborative relationships with the Lab's next generation.

Contact: Daniel Marx, Bldg. 1005S, Ext. 7307

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Brookhaven Veterans Association

Members of the Brookhaven Veterans Association recognize and celebrate their service to the Armed Forces of the United States of America. The BVA collaborates with other Employee Resource Groups, non-profits, or similar organizations in organizing events of interest to the Brookhaven Lab military veteran and friends of the veteran community.

Contact: Shari Lindner, Ext. 7537

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Brookhaven Women In Science

Brookhaven Women in Science (BWIS) is a diverse and inclusive community that promotes equal opportunity and advancement for all women in support of world-class science. It supports the development of policies and practices that enhance the quality of life for Laboratory employees, and emphasizes the recruitment, hiring, promotion, and retention of women.

Contacts: Megan Magrum, Bldg. 120, Ext. 3066
Jessica Gasparik, Bldg. 911, Ext. 5806

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AccessAbility

The AccessAbility ERG promotes an accessible, inclusive, and supportive workplace where every employee has the opportunity to thrive and be their true authentic selves. We are dedicated to advocating for universal access, providing support for employees with disabilities, fostering awareness and education to raise awareness about accessibility issues, building community, and encouraging innovative solutions to overcome accessibility barriers in the workplace.

Contact: Thomas Renzulli, Bldg. 515, Ext. 6297

Special Emphasis Months

Working with employee groups, the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Office celebrates special emphasis months to promote the education and understanding of various ethnic and cultural groups.

February Black History Month
March National Women's History Month
May Asian Pacific Heritage Month
June LGBTQ* Pride Month
July Brookhaven Veterans Association
August Early Career Resouce Group
September 15 - October 15 National Hispanic Heritage Month
October National Disability Employment Awareness Month
November National Native American/Indian Month