VP Equity, Inclusion & Workforce Development
LifeWorks NW
Portland, Oregon
Diane Benavides Wille is the VP of Equity, Inclusion & Workforce Development at LifeWorks NW (Portland, OR). LifeWorks NW provides prevention, mental health and addiction treatment services across the lifespan in the Portland Metro area. She spearheads the organization equity, inclusion, justice and belonging efforts for over 600 employees.
In her role, Diane leads many initiatives such as Zero Suicide, Trauma Informed Care, and our culture of accountability. She provides leadership development and growth for staff and management and authors policies and procedures for ensure equity and inclusion. She provides both clinical and diversity trainings for staff and community partners. She currently chairs the EDI Committee of the Tri-County Behavioral Health Providers Association where she is also a board member.
Monday, April 15, 2024
4:15 PM – 5:15 PM CT