Lumen’s Diversity Statement
Our mission is rooted in the belief that every person adds value to the community and should have equal access to opportunities for success.
As a core value at Lumen, belonging is critical to how we approach our work. We strive to create a diverse and welcoming workplace culture that fosters an environment where everyone can thrive. When our team succeeds, we produce better products and are better positioned to achieve our goals. Through our products, we aim to assist both educators and students in creating learning environments that encourage a sense of community and promote student achievement.
We recognize that fostering diversity is complex work, but we are committed to incorporating diverse viewpoints to help us grow, improve, and fully realize our mission.
Our Commitment to
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
We are dedicated to fostering a culture of belonging both internally with our team and in higher education. We believe that belonging is essential for creating inclusive and thriving learning environments. It is a powerful tool for transforming education and fostering a more just world.
Our mission is to create unprecedented learning for all students, but we recognize that several systemic challenges contribute to inequity in higher education. These challenges are deeply rooted and can perpetuate disparities in access, opportunity, and outcomes for marginalized and underrepresented groups. We must do our part to eliminate barriers so that every student, regardless of background, has an equal opportunity to succeed.
Below are the five strategic pillars we focus on to support our team in carrying out this critical work and how we support educators to help us realize our goal of eliminating race, income, and gender as predictors of success.
Inclusive Recruitment and Hiring
We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusion at every level of our organization. Our commitment to building a diverse team begins with our recruitment practices, where we actively seek out and welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Culture of Belonging and Support
We are committed to creating a culture of inclusion that empowers every team member to contribute and engage in ways they feel most comfortable. We foster an environment where diverse voices are not only heard but valued and respected. Our team is encouraged to share their unique perspectives, and we actively listen to their feedback and insights.
Equitable and Culturally Responsive Design Practices
We are committed to providing equal access to educational opportunities for all students, with particular emphasis on historically underrepresented students. Our educational technologies are designed to be accessible and usable by all users. We embrace diverse cultural perspectives, incorporating them into our products and services to create an inclusive and empowering learning environment for everyone.
Collaboration and Partnerships
We believe that collaboration is essential to driving meaningful change in the education landscape. We actively seek out and cultivate partnerships with like-minded organizations, institutions, and individuals who share our vision of creating more inclusive and equitable solutions in education to both amplify our impact and learn from their expertise.
Continuous Learning and Improvement
We firmly believe that learning is a lifelong journey, and we are committed to creating a culture of continuous improvement. Our dedication to continuous learning extends beyond the development of our products, and services; it encompasses nurturing a culturally competent team that embraces inclusive practices.