AARP Creates New Business Group to Expand Its Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Edna Kane-Williams Promoted to Chief Diversity Officer
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WASHINGTON, March 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ Today AARP CEO Jo Ann Jenkins announced the creation of a new group, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and a new executive-level position, Chief Diversity Officer. The group and role were created to heighten the organization s focus on its social mission work and best serve Americans 50+, a rapidly diversifying demographic. Jenkins also announced that she has promoted Edna Kane-Williams into the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer. The CDO position reports directly to the CEO and serves on the AARP Executive Team. Kane-Williams has worked at AARP since 2006, most recently serving as Senior Vice President of Multicultural Leadership.