On Tuesday morning the New York Yankees announced the official formation of a committee to promote diversity and inclusion, according to an official statement.
The New York Yankees today announced the creation of the New York Yankees Diversity and Inclusion Committee to identify, engage and address issues related to equality, racial justice and inclusivity.
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Per the statement, this committee “focuses on identifying and combating disparities and systemic inequities that obstruct socioeconomic fairness and progress for marginalized groups.