Chicago Public Media Joins PM4A

Chicago Public Media, home of WBEZ Chicago and Vocalo, is thrilled to sign on to Public Media for All as 2021 begins. In recent months, Chicago Public Media has reinvigorated its diversity, equity and inclusion efforts through the formation of a 20-person DEI Council. Our DEI Council aligned to a purpose statement as follows: 

The DEI Council is a staff-led, leadership-supported advisory and resource group that will create a comprehensive DEI strategy and action plan for Chicago Public Media. The council will partner with CPM leadership to oversee the implementation of that strategy, hold management accountable for transparent and measurable progress, and provide additional recommendations to create a more equitable, diverse and rich culture at CPM. 

Our long-term priorities at Chicago Public Media include recruiting, hiring and retaining a diverse staff at all levels; cultivating a culture of inclusivity and opportunity; and enhancing our content and audience.  

Joining Public Media for All is a key step in supporting these goals at the organizational level. Our membership in the group is a sign of our internal and external commitment to our DEI priorities. It will help hold us accountable and act with transparency in our efforts for our staff and our broader community. We look forward to gaining knowledge and insights from colleagues at other participating organizations who also are undertaking this important work in public media.