Our DEIB Mission
At Oregon Lottery, we believe in the inherent value and dignity of every individual, including all dimensions of diversity they may possess. As such, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and anti-racist environment for everyone that our organization touches, including our employees, retailers, players, and community.
Our DEIB Vision
We believe in serving Oregonians in all aspects. That’s why we aim to maximize profits for the state of Oregon while remaining committed to the public good. This vision also extends to our workforce; our goal is to create a workplace and community where every employee, retailer, player, and community member feels valued, respected, and empowered.
We are committed to fostering a sense of belonging and respect, ensuring a workplace where everyone feels welcomed, accepted, and valued. The Lottery’s diversity is fundamental to our mission’s success and serves as a driving force for our creativity, innovation, and progress.— Mike Wells, Executive Director
Our DEIB Progress
A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging isn’t sufficient without concerted action and demonstrable results. We’re proud to share the positive changes happening at Oregon State Lottery:
- Veterans: In 2024, 14.71% of new hires were veterans, a 6.13% increase from 2023.
- Gender Representation: The percentage of new hires identifying as female increased by 15.8%, raising our overall female staff representation from 38.48% to 39.64%.
- Generational Diversity: Our employee population under 50 grew by 4.37%, bringing new skillsets and life experiences to our workforce
- Diverse Representation: Employees of Color now represent 20.95% of our workforce.
- Fresh Perspectives: The number of employees with fewer than five years of tenure increased by 5.36%, infusing our team with new energy and ideas.
We recognize there’s more work to do and are committed to continuous improvement in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
DEIB-Related Benefits
We understand that belonging means different things to different people. Part of allowing employees to truly feel that they belong is ensuring every employee has access to benefits that support their diverse needs. Here’s how we support our Lottery workforce:
- Gender-Affirming Care: Inclusive healthcare coverage.
- Parental Leave & Caregiver Support: Comprehensive leave policies for families.
- Coverage of Some IVF Costs: Supporting your path to parenthood.
- Wellness Programs: Designed to provide the necessary resources to help meet diverse physical, mental, and emotional needs.
Engage in DEIB Programming
In addition to supporting our workers on a personal level, Oregon Lottery is also working to build greater understanding within the organization. One way we work to achieve this is through programs designed to educate, engage, and empower:
- Diversity Diaries: Real stories putting a human face on diverse experiences.
- This Week in DEIB: Weekly learning and updates.
- The Learning Club: Monthly sessions to deepen your understanding.
- This is DEIB: Quarterly webinars exploring our inclusive efforts.
- No Dumb Questions: Safe space for open dialogue, suggestions, and prompts toward growth.
- Monthly DEIB Toolkit: Resources for personal and professional growth.
Join Us
At Oregon State Lottery, we know that DEIB is about more than checking boxes — it’s about good business. Diversity drives innovation; belonging inspires engagement; and inclusion builds a thriving workplace where everyone can reach their goals.
If you’re ready to make a difference while being your authentic self, we encourage you to explore our opportunities and be part of a team committed to equity and belonging.
Let’s build a future together—one that celebrates and empowers every voice.
