The Power of Disability ERGs to Influence Disability Inclusion and Intersectionality in Modern and Remote Workplaces

Description

With the current pressing issues in our world, COVID-19 and the ongoing presence of systemic racism, companies have a responsibility more than ever to speak out and show their intentions to change the climate and to express what is important to their business. Diversifying the work culture by hiring and retaining people with disabilities of all races and cultures is just one way to demonstrate this intention. To do this successfully, creating or tapping into ERGs (employee resource groups) can allow businesses to leverage the voice of those diverse individuals often underrepresented, and to produce models and best practices that work.

Come to this great interactive session to learn about how local Minnesota employers are leveraging ERGs to drive more meaningful conversations, employment practices and the changes needed to affect disability inclusion and intersectionality outcomes.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand the purpose and role of ERGs in driving disability inclusion and accessible workplaces
• Explore how ERG goals and priorities have changed recently and the new opportunities that exist
• Discover different ways to partner with other ERGs to promote intersectionality