BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Diversity Movement - ECPv6.14.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://thediversitymovement.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Diversity Movement REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T130000 DTSTAMP:20260123T002055 CREATED:20240729T142820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T182328Z UID:10000009-1729076400-1729083600@thediversitymovement.com SUMMARY:2024 Employee Resource Group (ERG) Summit DESCRIPTION:Employee resource groups (ERGs) are a pivotal part of any organization’s employee engagement program. They serve as a robust source of employee feedback\, increased inclusion\, higher employee retention\, and steer the company toward equitable and innovative policies and processes. Ensure your organization’s ERGs are driving impact with The Diversity Movement’s 2024 ERG Summit. \nThis 2-hour symposium will consist of a workshop segment\, client panel\, and interactive breakout sessions to ensure you get the real-world solutions your organization needs. The workshop\, led by Director of Client Success\, Susie Silver\, will cover: \n\nHow to link your ERG to overall business goals\nBest practices for ERGs and common missteps to avoid\nHow to measure ERG success and demonstrate impact\n\nAttendees will leave with methods to energize their employee-led groups and an understanding of how to maintain momentum for years to come. \nThis summit is also a great opportunity for anyone involved in DEI councils\, committees\, or other employee-led groups. URL:https://thediversitymovement.com/event/2024-employee-resource-group-erg-summit/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thediversitymovement.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Untitled-design-19.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T130000 DTSTAMP:20260123T002055 CREATED:20240809T191834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T184452Z UID:10000010-1726574400-1726578000@thediversitymovement.com SUMMARY:Keeping Employees Engaged During a Historic (and Volatile) Election Year DESCRIPTION:Watch the webinar on demand. \nThe 2024 U.S. presidential election will be historic\, no matter who is elected in November. With issues like inflation\, healthcare\, immigration\, climate change\, and human rights at stake\, plus the possibility of a Supreme Court vacancy\, proponents on both sides of the aisle are turning up the temperature. The election cycle can sometimes feel all-consuming. You can’t turn on the TV\, open social media\, or check your email without some sort of political advertisement popping up. The American people – including your employees – are being inundated and influenced every day.  \nAs we draw nearer to the election\, leaders must acknowledge that the election will impact their employees. People will have all sorts of feelings and reactions to what’s to come. How then\, does a leader manage a team and keep employees engaged with their work in the context of VUCA: volatility\, uncertainty\, complexity\, and ambiguity? \nJoin our free\, 1-hour webinar co-hosted by The Diversity Movement and parent company Workplace Options as our expert panel discusses how to: \n\nModel and maintain effective and civil communication throughout your team\nEnsure well-being and psychological safety through empathy and resilience\nUse relationship-building to manage fallout and maintain employee productivity  URL:https://thediversitymovement.com/event/keeping-employees-engaged-during-historic-and-volatile-election-year/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thediversitymovement.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/05cd00aa-f821-4679-a746-ee6da6cb76e3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T130000 DTSTAMP:20260123T002055 CREATED:20240607T181909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T192927Z UID:10000007-1724835600-1724850000@thediversitymovement.com SUMMARY:Next-Level Results: Inclusive Marketing and Communication Summit 2024 DESCRIPTION:brought to you by\n \nIf you’re not approaching marketing with an inclusive lens\, you’re leaving money on the table and risking alienating consumers. \nBased on The Diversity Movement’s work with hundreds of clients and American Marketing Association experience with thousands of members\, we’re teaming up to provide our second-annual half-day summit that will equip marketing professionals with the tools needed to develop inclusive marketing campaigns. \nWe’ll cover foundational topics like the current DEI landscape and dive deep into the intricacies of developing campaigns that resonate with audiences. You’ll learn from expert practitioners in the field and get hands-on experience in small breakout groups. URL:https://thediversitymovement.com/event/next-level-results-inclusive-marketing-and-communication-summit-2024/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thediversitymovement.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/inclusive-marketing.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T150000 DTSTAMP:20260123T002055 CREATED:20240611T135358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T180623Z UID:10000008-1721916000-1721919600@thediversitymovement.com SUMMARY:2024 Virtual Privilege Walk DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual virtual privilege walk\, led by the creator of the session\, Jackie Ferguson. This is a live-only event\, so make sure you clear your schedule to join us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet a Glimpse of the Experience\nWhat is privilege? People often link privilege to race\, gender\, or affluence. Others believe privilege is connected to how hard you work or a direct reflection of you as an individual\, but is it really? \nExplore the complex concept of privilege with a virtual privilege walk. Jackie will guide attendees through 41 questions to uncover personal levels of privilege. After the walk\, a panel of special guests will discuss their privilege numbers and experiences with privilege throughout their lives. Leave the session empowered to interact with more empathy and kindness in every space\, and with all people – in the workplace and beyond. URL:https://thediversitymovement.com/event/2024-virtual-privilege-walk/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thediversitymovement.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T130000 DTSTAMP:20260123T002055 CREATED:20240126T202116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T145714Z UID:10000005-1708603200-1708606800@thediversitymovement.com SUMMARY:Cultivating Talent: The Power of Mentorship and Sponsorship in the Workplace DESCRIPTION:Workplace belonging has a direct link to employee well-being and engagement\, and mentorship is a proven strategy to boost belonging. Mentorship and sponsorship also improve workplace retention and create a strong leadership pipeline. Considering that one of the top characteristics of a company sought by Gen Z is mentorship\, is your organization empowered to improve company performance and attract and retain top talent through meaningful programs like these? Or\, are you at a disadvantage? \nJoin us on Thursday\, February 22\, for a 1-hour panel as we discuss: \n\nThe difference between mentorship and sponsorship and why both are important\nWhy mentorship and sponsorship are critically important to women and culturally diverse leaders\nThe value of these programs to all participants – not just mentees – as well as the organization\nHow to find a mentor\, mentee\, sponsor\, or sponsee if a formal program doesn’t exist at your organization\nHow mentorship and sponsorship programs develop inclusive leaders URL:https://thediversitymovement.com/event/cultivating-talent-power-mentorship-sponsorship-workplace/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thediversitymovement.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Cultivating-Talent.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240125T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240125T130000 DTSTAMP:20260123T002055 CREATED:20240110T182344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T152227Z UID:10000003-1706184000-1706187600@thediversitymovement.com SUMMARY:Well-being at Work: A Leader’s Blueprint for a Thriving Workplace DESCRIPTION:Addressing mental health in the workplace may have once been considered taboo\, but studies have proven that partnering with your employees on their wellness journey is better for your bottom line. In fact\, the U.S. economy loses $210.5 billion annually due to absenteeism\, reduced productivity\, and medical costs associated with depression\, anxiety\, and other mental illnesses. It is in employers’ best interests to do more to ensure a healthier work environment.  \nAs we enter the new year\, it’s a great time for leaders – and individuals – to reassess their strategies for enhancing workplace well-being. Join us for a complimentary webinar covering: \n\nWhy leaders should care about well-being at work\nHow leaders can foster well-being through psychological safety and inclusive benefits\nStrategies for maintaining personal well-being and mitigating workplace stress URL:https://thediversitymovement.com/event/well-being-work-leaders-blueprint-thriving-workplace/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thediversitymovement.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Screenshot-2024-01-03-at-1.00.31 PM.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR