Brookline Introduces Diverse and Inclusive Business Directory

BROOKLINE, MA — The Brookline Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Community Relations, in collaboration with the Brookline Economic Development and Long Term Planning Division, has developed a Diverse and Inclusive Business Directory to help highlight and celebrate the town's diverse and independent business community.

Brookline businesses were invited through direct community canvassing and online campaigns, and they were encouraged to be included in this new directory. Last year, 10 businesses were added, and the town incorporated community feedback to better highlight the intersectionality of business ownership by using the term "BIPOC-owned" instead of the previously used term "minority-owned."

This year, an additional 10 businesses were added.

"Thanks to the collaboration between our Office and the Brookline Economic Development and Long Term Planning Division, we are so happy to make this project a reality," said Caitlin Starr, Assistant Director in the Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Community Relations. "We are excited to continue our work to highlight and celebrate diversity and support BIPOC, Women, LGBTQ, Disability and Veteran-Owned businesses in Brookline.”

Residents can access a downloadable version of Brookline’s 2024 Diverse and Inclusive Business Directory here.

Hard copies of the Directory are available at Town Hall, the Health Building, Brookline Libraries, and the Senior Center. An electronic Word document is also available for improved screen reader accessibility.

Questions about the Directory or how to best access it should be directed to Caitlin Starr, MPH, CDE, at cstarr@brooklinema.gov or at 617-730-2345.