Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and community are central to who we are at Lingraphica—from how we build our products to how we leverage our team. We’re challenging ourselves to create a collaborative culture based on action, empowerment, improvement, and integrity by ensuring that every employee’s voice is heard, valued, and leads to meaningful change.

Lingraphica DE&I Timeline

May 2020
Lingraphica began all-staff DE&I education
Oct 2020
Lingraphica makes Election Day an observed holiday
Nov 2020
Lingraphica hires external consulting firm to conduct internal focus groups
Apr 2021
Lingraphica introduces name pronunciations on employee Slack profiles and initiated pronoun changes to external forms
Apr 2021
Lingraphica acknowledges unintentional participation in systematic racism based on feedback from focus groups and commits to improvements
Apr 2021
Lingraphica recognizes the impact of the Chauvin trial verdict and offers employees time to reflect and engage in self-care
Jun 2021
Lingraphica makes Juneteenth an observed holiday
Jul 2021
Invites employees to attend virtual “Belonging at Work Summit” and facilitated org-wide discussion
Sep 2021
Lingraphica Implements an Applicant Tracking System which posts automatically to several diversity job boards and allows us to report on aggregate demographic data of our candidate pool
Oct 2021
Lingraphica consults with DEI consultants and sets goals for all levels of the organization, including a 3-year plan for the Board of Directors
May 2022
Lingraphica identifies organizational baseline demographics and presents data at monthly All-Staff meeting.
Jul 2022
Lingraphica updates our Core Values to include DEI
Aug 2022
Lingraphica sponsors the 8% Summit
Oct 2022
Lingraphica invests in a Diversity Calendar which integrates with our Intranet and provides awareness and education around culture, celebrations and historical events
Jan 2023
Lingraphica establishes ongoing quarterly donations to DEI-related organizations and issues
Feb 2023
Introduced TableTalk – a monthly discussion around a particular EDI topic that creates a safe space to share experiences, become more aware, and support our colleagues.
Jun 2023
Lingraphica launches our DEI Blog
Jun 2023
Reaction Workgroup is formed to allow employees from diverse backgrounds to provide feedback on policy changes, marketing material and communications within and outside of the organization.

Lingraphica by the Numbers

Employee Demographics as of June 2023

Gender

Non-Management

0
%
Female
0
%
Male

Management

0
%
Female
0
%
Male

Executive

0
%
Female
0
%
Male

Race

We Are Committed to Change

We understand that diversity is not a goal with an endpoint, but rather an ongoing process that requires continuous effort and dedication. We are actively working towards ensuring equal opportunities for all, and with each step we take we strive to build a stronger and more inclusive organization. We are proud of the progress we have made, but we are even more excited about the future. Together, we are shaping a future where diversity is not only recognized but truly valued.

Lingraphica DEI Blog

Man and woman over the shoulder view using Lingraphica Hub software

How Hub Was Made: The Research Behind Lingraphica’s New AAC Platform

When you think of “research,” you probably picture a wizened Albert Einstein-looking scientist wearing a lab coat and furiously scribbling his latest findings in a notebook. …but research looks a whole lot different here at Lingraphica. Instead of lab coats and overly sterile waiting rooms, you’ll find our product research team — led by speech-language…

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Be the Change: Promoting Equity and Cultural Competence in Healthcare

At Lingraphica, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment within the broader healthcare community. By acknowledging the disparities experienced by marginalized communities and encouraging healthcare professionals to consider the broader factors impacting health outcomes, we are striving for a more inclusive and patient-centered approach to care. Our on-demand course Equity in Healthcare:…

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Diversity Initiatives at Lingraphica: Virtual Connections

In today’s interconnected world, fostering a diverse and inclusive community is essential for promoting understanding, empathy, and growth in all aspects of life. Lingraphica recognizes our responsibility to our community, and we strive to promote equity and inclusion initiatives throughout our organization. Our Virtual Connections program embodies these values, offering dedicated sessions for women, LGBTQ+…

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Diversity at Lingraphica: Internal Initiatives

Diversity and inclusion have become essential elements of building successful and forward-thinking organizations. At Lingraphica, we recognize the importance of diversity and are taking proactive steps to create a more inclusive and equitable workplace. Our internal initiatives include the ongoing work of our DEI committee, awarding quarterly honorariums to outside organizations, and establishing monthly internal…

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