Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging at ICF

We are a purpose-driven company with a strong culture and underlying values that prize diversity, opportunity, equality, and respect. At ICF, we are not all the same. And that has always been our greatest strength.

What we believe

We are at our best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. Our purpose and values align directly with how we view the world as people, not just employees.
How we build belonging

We have a clear vision of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging as a core component of our long-term strategy, driving impact for our employees, and reflecting the diversity of our clients and the communities they serve.

This vision is backed up by a programmatic approach based around four pillars—company, colleagues, community, and clients—with a focus on inclusive leadership and small actions that have a big impact.

Our initiatives are championed by Jana Smyth, VP of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (left) and Jamie Blockwood (right), Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.

“We are a mission-driven company filled with people who care deeply about improving lives and making the world a better place. We encourage an environment that celebrates diversity and those important moments when new voices are heard and heeded."

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John Wasson
Chair and CEO

"We are more successful when people of different backgrounds, experiences, and points of view come together to find solutions. We actively create opportunities for open, honest discourse and ensure we are driving tangible actions that embrace, celebrate, and grow diversity."

Caryn McGarry, Chief Human Resources
Caryn McGarry
Chief Human Resources Officer

"Solving our clients’ toughest challenges starts with investing in our people. We are committed to fostering dialogue, connection, and belonging across diverse teams, continually improving diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging at ICF, one milestone at a time."

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Jana Smyth
VP of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Our diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging program

Inclusive culture and community building

Ensuring everyone feels comfortable, safe, informed, and respected

Education

Building inclusion acumen through training

Recruiting

Creating a diverse talent pool of qualified candidates

Career growth

Promoting the success and advancement of diverse groups

Accountability and transparency

Continually measuring and monitoring progress

How we connect

Our Employee Community Networks connect us by common characteristics, interests, and goals. More than just a place for networking and support, they foster our professional development, community outreach, and business impact.

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Source: 2022/2023 ICF data

79%

of employees feel like they belong at ICF

77%

of employees see ICF's progress in building a more diverse and inclusive organization

54%

of people managers are female

59%

of new hires are non-white

(in countries where we are permitted to collect this data and where employees have chosen to provide it)

Diversity

Our commitment to pay equity

We’ve achieved pay equity across women and minorities. Every year, we examine the compensation employees receive and make adjustments to ensure that we maintain pay equity.

Our commitment to our partners

We constantly seek inclusive opportunities to collaborate with experts, suppliers, contractors, and technology partners with diverse perspectives—and who are just as driven as we are to make a difference.

Recognition and engagement

A look inside ICF

Impactful client work