Affinity Groups 2

Affinity Group Workshop #2: Benefits & Challenges

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

Topic: The Benefits and Challenges of Affinity Groups

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 workshop, Angela Russell, the Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at CUNA Mutual Group will discuss "The Benefits and Challenges of Affinity Groups: The CUNA Mutual Experience."

About the Speaker:

Angela Russell is the Vice President of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and is the Vice President of the CUNA Mutual Foundation at CUNA Mutual Group. Angela is responsible for leading the development, direction and implementation of short and long-term strategies and programs that support Diversity & Inclusion. In 2018, Ms. Russell was named as one of the nation’s most powerful diversity executives by Black Enterprise magazine.

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.