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City of Columbus Office of Diversity and Inclusion

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City of Columbus Office of Diversity and Inclusion

We provide access to opportunities for diverse businesses and residents.

03/17/2026

Ready for a fresh start? ✨

Join us on April 18th from 10 AM - 2 PM for a FREE Record Sealing & Expungement Clinic at the OhioMeansJobs Employment Center. This is a great opportunity to get the legal support you need to move forward.

We'll also have the Future Forward Job Match Expo from 11 AM - 2 PM to connect you with employers and helpful community services.

‼️Space is limited, so be sure to pre-register today to reserve your spot!

👉Sign up for the expungement clinic: https://qrco.de/OMJexp

👉Register for the job expo: https://www.omjcfc.org/job-seekers/events/future-forward-job-match/

12/12/2025

In partnership with Columbus City Schools Office of Outreach Services, we had the pleasure of hosting the Procurement Outreach Event, which turned out to be a great success! 🎉

It was wonderful to see local business owners actively exploring contracting opportunities and making valuable connections to grow their ventures. We are grateful to everyone who participated and supported our mission to foster an inclusive business community.

Stay tuned for more exciting events aimed at empowering small businesses! 💼

11/24/2025

Join key representatives from Columbus City Schools and the City of Columbus Office of Diversity and Inclusion to learn about upcoming contracting and bid opportunities for small local businesses!

👉Register now! Visit bit.ly/odiccs5
🗓️ Thursday, December 11th, 2025
📌Columbus COED 1890 E Main St. Columbus, OH 43205
🕜 5 PM - 7 PM

11/21/2025

Need support? Join us for a free food drive-thru at Fort Hayes Metropolitan Education Center this Monday.

We’ll have fresh produce, frozen meals, pantry items, diapers, and more.

No registration is required. Simply drive in or walk up. Supplies are limited.

11/06/2025

RFP Alert!! 🚨 Are you a business that focuses on providing data analysis or community engagement services? If so, we are looking for you! The City of Columbus Office of Diversity and Inclusion will be conducting an availability study to understand the vendors in our market who are available to fulfill procurement opportunities in the City of Columbus.

Click the links below to review the full specifications and to submit an offer to the RFPs.📊

Availability Study Community Engagement RFP: https://bit.ly/cocrfpce

Availability Study Data Collection & Analysis RFP: https://bit.ly/rfq65

10/22/2025

ODI was honored to host The Big Table® alongside community leaders and local business owners.

We invite you to make room at your table, welcoming individuals from various backgrounds and experiences to become catalysts for change within your community.

A heartfelt thank you to The Columbus Foundation for providing us with the opportunity to come together and forge meaningful connections!🤝✨

07/16/2025

This morning, our Director Jason Jenkins moderated the Capital Budget Community Townhall on housing, mobility, procurement and LinkUs — bringing together voices from across the city to shape our future investments! 🏡

📊From infrastructure to community services, every dollar counts — and your input helps drive those decisions.

Couldn’t make it? We still want to hear from you. Join city leaders tomorrow, July 17th, at Woodward Park Community Center from 5:30pm-7pm. 📅📍

Thank you to all who joined us to make your voices heard! 🙌

06/26/2025

The Office of Diversity and Inclusion organized the incredible Catering Connections Event, bringing together local catering businesses for a day of networking and delicious samples. 🍽️ Fifteen talented vendors showcased their culinary skills and seized the opportunity to build valuable relationships. Congratulations to all the participants for a successful event! 🎉

Let's keep the momentum going! Follow the amazing vendors we tagged, and shout out your go-to Columbus caterer or local restaurant in the comments! ✨ And if you’re an entrepreneur, consider getting certified with us to take your business to the next level!

04/23/2025

Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 3rd! The City of Columbus will be hosting a career and resource fair from 9 AM-2 PM at Barnett Community Center. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, recent graduate, or someone who is exploring new career paths, this is your chance to connect with City of Columbus departments and HR professionals across the organization!

🔗Click the link below to learn more and register today!🌟

https://bit.ly/445WnAj

04/07/2025

Are you a contractor looking to expand your opportunities in the construction industry?✨🛠️

Don’t miss this exciting event of networking, certification guidance, and insights on Community Benefit Agreements and upcoming city projects!

👉Register now! Visit bit.ly/cbtcodi

🗓️ Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
📌IBE 683: 939 Goodale Blvd, Columbus, OH 43212
🕜 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

02/27/2025

A fresh start is just around the corner! ✨ Join us for a FREE Record Sealing & Expungement Clinic 📝 on April 5th at the OhioMeansJobs Employment Center. With limited space available, be sure to pre-register to secure your spot.

Along with crucial legal support, enjoy entertainment and a job and resource fair! Embrace the opportunity to take your first step toward a brighter future today! 🌟

Visit columbus.gov/diversity to learn more.

Address

1111 E. Broad Street Suite 203
Columbus, OH
43205

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

(614) 645-4764

Website

http://columbus.gov/diversity, https://linktr.ee/odicolumbus

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