Description of diversity program<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Kicking Glass mentoring program led by the Women@King ERG aims to provide women and non-binary employees confidence and empowerment to succeed in their roles. These employees receive training and development through one-on-one mentoring with executives and peer training.<\/p>\n

Impact<\/strong><\/p>\n

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• The program’s success has led to plans for the organization to expand mentoring opportunities across all its ERGs globally.<\/li>\n
• King Games increased its women hires from 34% in 2018 to 40% in 2019.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

  Sodexo\u2019s Diversity LGBTQ+ ERG<\/h3>\n

  Description of diversity program<\/strong><\/p>\n

  Sodexo takes pride in its vast Global Pride Network, composed of 18 LGBTQ+ ERGs worldwide. This network celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion based on respect and understanding to provide equal opportunities for all employees.<\/p>\n

  Impact<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • Sodexo earned the prestigious title of \u201cAdvocate\u201d in the 2022 Workplace Pride Global Benchmark survey.<\/li>\n
  • In the Human Rights Campaign Foundation\u2019s 2021 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), the company was designated as one of the \u201cBest Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    The Forum\u2019s mentoring program<\/h3>\n

    Description of diversity program<\/strong><\/p>\n

    As a Canadian-based non-profit, The Forum aims to \u201chelp women entrepreneurs access the resources & community they need to thrive in business.\u201d Aside from providing a collaborative community and educational programs, they offer mentoring programs to further support women in business.<\/p>\n

    Impact<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • Since its founding, the company has provided mentoring programs to over 2000 entrepreneurs.<\/li>\n
    • Within less than a year of using Together\u2019s mentorship platform, their mentoring program has grown four times its initial size.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Common themes among successful diversity programs in the workplace<\/h2>\n

      For a DEI program to be successful, the\u00a0diversity and inclusion plan<\/a>\u00a0must be tailored to the specific needs of the company. However, there are some common themes among successful programs that all companies can learn from.<\/p>\n

      Mentorship<\/h3>\n

      Many successful programs incorporate\u00a0best-practice mentoring programs<\/a>\u00a0to pair employees with experienced mentors who can help them navigate the workplace and provide guidance on their career development.<\/p>\n

      Employee resource groups<\/h3>\n

      ERGs are one of the best ways to support employees of underrepresented groups and create a sense of community within the company. They also provide an outlet for employees to share their experiences and offer suggestions on how the company can improve its diversity initiatives.<\/p>\n

      Open and empathetic dialogue<\/h3>\n

      A key component of any successful diversity program is open and honest communication. This includes everything from training employees on how to have difficult conversations about race and gender to encouraging employees to provide feedback on the program itself.<\/p>\n

      Strong policies<\/h3>\n

      A company\u2019s policies play a significant role in shaping its culture. From anti-discrimination policies to parental leave policies that support working parents, companies must have a solid foundation in place to protect employees and create a more inclusive environment for everyone.<\/p>\n

      Flexibility<\/h3>\n

      Any company must be flexible when implementing its diversity programs. Being willing to make changes based on employee feedback shows that the company is truly committed to building a more diverse and inclusive workplace.<\/p>\n

      \u200d<\/p>\n

      Strengthen diversity with mentorship<\/h2>\n

      Today, many organizations are strengthening their\u00a0DEI initiatives<\/a>\u00a0by introducing employee resource groups, training, robust company policies, and mentoring programs for underrepresented groups.<\/p>\n

      In a nutshell, a diverse and inclusive workplace embraces differences, provides equal opportunities for all employees, and fosters a sense of belonging for everyone.<\/p>\n

      A\u00a0diversity mentorship program<\/a>\u00a0is one of the most effective ways to support employees from all backgrounds. It can be particularly beneficial for employees from underrepresented groups who may not have the same networks or access to mentors as their colleagues.<\/p>\n

      Curious about how your company can get started with a diversity mentorship program? Learn more by exploring Together\u2019s mentoring platform. Try it\u00a0here<\/a>\u00a0for free!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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