WCWI Member Resource Groups

June MRG: Thursday, June 30, 2022

The Significance of LGBT-Supportive Workplaces: Creating Inclusive and Comprehensive Strategies for All

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Guiding Principles: Wellbeing is Signficant; Bravely Act Together

Community Contributor: Jason Rae, President and CEO, Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce  
Member Contributors: Baird Associate Resource Group--Spectrum 
Member Contributors: Marquette University LGBTQ Resource Group Team 

 

This Pride Month, we want to offer an opportunity to learn how Wisconsin businesses can support LGBTQ+ employees and families through resources and policies at various levels. In keeping with our Member Resource Group intention, we also want to provide you an opportunity to hear from WCWI Members who are implementing programs and support related to this month's topic of conversation. Jason Rae from Wisconsin's LGBT Chamber of Commerce will share how their organization supports employers across the state. In an effort to help support and grow LGBT and allied employee groups at private and public sector companies throughout the state, the Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce launched the LGBT Workplace Alliance. The Spectrum ARG at Baird will share their experience implementing this resource group for employees within their organization. SPECTRUM is Baird’s lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender group that works to establish inclusive firm policies and procedures to cultivate an open and authentic work environment. In addition, we will hear from Marquette University's LGBTQ Employee Resource Group Leaders. The LGBTQ Employee Resource Group works to build a supportive and affirming atmosphere for LGBTQ staff and faculty at Marquette University. Hear their origin stories and how these groups have had a positive impact on not members of the LGBTQ community within their organizations, but the LGBTQ Allys as well. Together these organizations are transforming Wisconsin's workforce so that all employees feel seen, heard, valued and included. 

We open this and every Member Resource Group up to idea-sharing, discussion and questions for this month's contributors. Attendees are encouraged to bring an open mind and thought-provoking questions for sharing.

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July MRG: Thursday, July 28, 2022

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Each month WCWI Members will have the opportunity to register for 1:1 Connections. Interested members must register each month that would like to be paired for a connection. As a participant, you will be paired with another member to connect virtually or safely in-person (it’s up to you!). 

 

For our June 1:1 Connections, registration closes June 20th, and participants will be notified of their pairing on June 23rd. From there, you will work together as a pair to schedule your connection.