scope:

Purpose:

In accordance with the authority in DoD Directive (DoDD) 5124.02 and the guidance in DoDD 1020.02E, this issuance:

• Establishes policy, assigns responsibilities, and provides direction for development and maintenance of the DoD Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Management Program (referred to in this issuance as the "Program").

• Provides procedures for implementation of the Program pursuant to Section 656 of Title 10, United States Code; Section 529 of Public Law 116-92; and Executive Order 13583.

• Establishes that, in addition to the existing responsibilities in the Defense Diversity Working Group (DDWG) Charter, the DDWG will advise and recommend improvements for the Program.

• Provides data collection and reporting requirements to measure and statistically validate the progress and effectiveness of DoD Component D&I efforts.