Affinity Group #3

Topic: Panel Presentation

Link to Join: Click the Attendee Link to participate via Microsoft Teams LIVE

Sponsor: WTCS DEI Committee

Cost: Free

DEI Badge Eligible: No FQAS Eligible: No

Event Description:

This event is one of a three-part series on Affinity Groups and Beyond as Part of an Employee Inclusion Strategy.

In this engaging panel discussion to learn from your own WTCS colleagues about their journey and involvement in affinity/employee resources groups at their colleges. This is not only an opportunity for you to hear their stories, but also to ask questions. Please share your questions related to this topic (i.e., formation, obstacles, successes, establishing goals, etc.)

Click HERE to submit your question no later than Noon on April 19, 2021.

About the Panelists:

• Madison Area Technical College

  • Hmong & Allies Affinity Group

• Gateway Technical College

  • Men of Color Group

• Northeast Wisconsin Technical College

  • Pride & Allies Employment Resource Group

• Moraine Park Technical College

  • Multi-Ethnic Professionals

• Waukesha Area Technical College

  • Employee of Color Resource Alliance

Objective

To provide members with cutting-edge best practices, innovative solutions, and tools for building affinity groups.

Goals

• Articulate the compelling business case for affinity groups

• Gain the most current knowledge and trends related to affinity groups

• Identify the mechanics for successful formation and nurturing of affinity groups based upon a wide range of best practices

• Understand how various affinity groups work within the organization and across industries

• Apply the competencies needed for successful leadership of affinity groups

• Develop an action plan with strategies and tactics for affinity groups

Audience

WTCS employees (faculty and staff) particularly those looking for avenues to foster inclusive environments and support various groups of underrepresented populations.