Open Sky Appoints New Director Of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

The Worcester-based nonprofit provides a wide range of services for children, adults and families.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Open Sky Community Services, a Worcester-based nonprofit behavioral health and human services organization, has named Levi Ekstrom as its new Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. Ekstrom previously served as the DEIB manager, ensuring the organization's policies, procedures, and guidelines aligned with its values and commitments.

Why it matters

The new role is intended to enrich Open Sky's culture of acceptance by leveraging the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of its employees. As director, Ekstrom will help drive initiatives and partner with other leaders to advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging within the organization.

The details

Ekstrom earned a bachelor's degree from Westfield State University and previously worked at another human services organization in Central Massachusetts. He also served as a Men4Choice Youth Fellow. In his new role, Ekstrom will help lead Open Sky's efforts to celebrate diversity and foster a sense of belonging for all employees.

  • On Wednesday, Open Sky Community Services announced Ekstrom's appointment as the new Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.

The players

Levi Ekstrom

The new Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging at Open Sky Community Services. He previously served as the DEIB manager at the organization.

Ken Bates

The President and CEO of Open Sky Community Services, who welcomed Ekstrom into the new leadership role.

Open Sky Community Services

A Worcester-based nonprofit behavioral health and human services organization that provides a wide range of services for children, adults, and families.

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What they’re saying

“Levi has established himself as a highly effective member of the DEIB team at Open Sky, and we are thrilled to welcome him into this new leadership role. Levi's expertise and his genuine passion for making positive change will enhance Open Sky's efforts to celebrate diversity and foster a sense of belonging for all employees.”

— Ken Bates, President and CEO of Open Sky Community Services (patch.com)

The takeaway

Open Sky Community Services' appointment of Levi Ekstrom as the new Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging demonstrates the organization's commitment to fostering a more inclusive and equitable workplace culture that celebrates the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of its employees.