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Ames Office of Diversity and Equal Opportunity

NASA Administrator Bill Nelson, front, talks to the Ames
NASA Administrator Bill Nelson, front, talks to the Ames workforce during the “Moon to Mars” town hall in the N201 Syvertson Auditorium. Behind him, left to right, is Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy, Associate Administrator Bob Cabana, Center Director Eugene Tu, Director of Space Architectures Kurt “Spuds” Vogel, and Deputy Associate Administrator for Exploration in the Science Mission Directorate Joel Kearns.

ODEO Vision

NASA elevates mission success through the unity, excellence, and wellness of engaged organizations and individuals.

ODEO Mission

NASA’s Office of Diversity and Equal Opportunity leads diversity and civil rights policies, programs, and services – enabling the universe of available talent to contribute inclusively and equitably to NASA.

Ames ODEO Staff

Dominique Slaughter
Director
Ext.3600
N236:218

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Melody Dryer
Equal Employment Specialist
Ext. 5405
N236:212

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Irene Najlis
Equal Employment Specialist / Disability Program Manager
Ext.1737
N236:212

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Gabriel Duenas
Equal Employment Specialist
Ext.1144
N236:212

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Lourdes G. Hammett
Administrative Specialist
Ext.6507
N236:228

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Pepsi Phounrath
Data Analyst
Ext.3851
N236:228

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Diversity & Inclusion

At NASA, we define diversity broadly as the entire universe of differences and similarities. Additionally, we define inclusion as the full participation, belonging, and contribution of organizations and individuals. By fostering an atmosphere of inclusion and respect for all, we can continue to value and appreciate the strengths afforded by both the commonalities and differences between us, not only our inherent differences but also in the styles, ideas, and organizational contributions of each person. This in turn will drive innovation, creativity and employee engagement.

Federal Policy and Resources

  • Executive Order 13583 (PDF – gpo.gov) – Establishing a Coordinated Government-Wide Initiative to Promote Diversity and Inclusion in the Federal Workforce

References and Resources