
Humanity @ Work: Project Launchers
HOW TO KICK OFF A WORKPLACE INCLUSION INITIATIVE IN 5 WEEKS
What is H@W Project Launchers?
A five week program for action-oriented leaders to develop a customized diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) ethos + foundational plan through:
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Engaging in 60-90 minute virtual learning and discussion sessions, along with 1-2 hours of required weekly independent work
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Banding together with an intimate cohort of like-minded peers for relevant info-sharing, and confidential support
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Gaining insights and specific, candid weekly written “homework” feedback, arming you with project plan consulting from an experienced DEI professional within a budget-friendly framework
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Leveraging weekly office hours, plus 1-2 dedicated, forty-five minute consultant sessions for you and members of your org (during week 3 or later)
Who is the H@W program for?
A range of leaders across industries, though most ideal for smaller companies (250 or fewer employees) whose leadership is interested in prioritizing a long-term strategy. These might include:
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HR professionals
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Members of employee resource groups (ERGs)
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Educators or non-profit leaders interested in creating more inclusive spaces
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Manager or director level professionals recently assigned to DEIB efforts
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Company leadership wanting to prioritize this work, but are unsure where to start
What makes this program different?
Your team could be five weeks away from launching a comprehensive, mission-driven DEI program that reflects the intersection of:
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Inclusion project planning (including auditing hiring processes)
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Internal & external communications
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Envisioning a tiered, long-term employee education & engagement
Please note: this program is designed to be a creation of—and kick-off to—a sustainable strategy, and should not be considered the whole of your organization’s diversity, equity, and inclusion effort (or budget) for a successful first year. Ongoing commitment of team members and dedicated employee education budget will be integral to project efficacy, following H@W program participation.
Weekly Outline
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Week 1: Cohort Kickoff; Data Collection & Identifying Pain Points
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Week 2: Partnering With Leadership & Developing Your Outcomes
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Week 3: Assembling & Mobilizing Your Team
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Week 4: Drafting & Launching Your Strategy
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Week 5: No Session (recommendations for your final project plan returned to you)