The Board Diversity Initiative (BDI) seeks to build a culture of inclusion among Lowell’s non-profit boards, and support diverse leaders seeking opportunities to serve.

BDI is a collaborative initiative of the Coalition for a Better Acre, the Lowell Alliance, and the Lowell Plan.

This program is intended to connect emerging leaders that live and/or work in Lowell, from a variety of backgrounds and identities, with board opportunities in Lowell.

The 2024 Session will begin in September. 

The program is organized into two cohorts:

1)      Organizations trying to build Boards of Directors that reflect the diversity of the community and strengthen their connections with the constituencies they serve. 

Board members and/or the Executive Director will participate in three in-person sessions beginning in September.  More information about the program and the application for organizations may be found here. 

2)      Individuals seeking opportunities to serve on Boards of non-profit organizations. 

Board candidates will participate in six in-person sessions beginning in September.  More information about the program and the application for individuals may be found here. 

Questions about BDI or the application process may be directed to Allison Lamey at 978-459-9899 or allison@lowellplan.org. 

This initiative is made possible through the generous support of the Greater Lowell Community Foundation and the Theodore Edson Parker Foundation.