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Maximizing the Impact of Employee Resource Groups

Categories Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

What I will learn?

  • The definition, purpose, and benefits of Employee Resource Groups
  • Strategies for aligning ERGs with organizational goals and obtaining executive support
  • Techniques for creating an effective ERG charter and governance structure
  • Methods for evaluating ERG success and making continuous improvements
  • Practical tools and templates for implementing ERG initiatives

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Introduction to Employee Resource Groups

  • Defining ERGs and Their Purpose
  • The Impact of ERGs on Organizational Culture
  • Module 1: Introduction to Employee Resource Groups

Module 2: Aligning ERGs with Organizational Goals

Module 3: Securing Executive Support and Sponsorship

Module 4: Creating an Effective ERG Charter

Module 5: Implementing Open Participation and Inclusivity

Module 6: Organizing Effective ERG Activities and Initiatives

Module 7: Establishing ERG Leadership and Governance

Module 8: Securing and Managing ERG Resources

Module 9: Measuring and Evaluating ERG Impact

Module 10: Continuous Improvement and Scaling ERG Programs

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  • Last Updated
    01/08/2026
  • Enrollment validity
    Enrollment validity: Lifetime
  • Certificate
    Certificate of completion

BE SURE TO CHECK OUT THE RELATED RESOURCES FOR THIS COURSE

  • ERG Charter Template (Module 4 / Lesson 1)
  • ERG Event Planning Checklist (Module 6 / Lesson 1)
  • ERG Leadership Transition Plan (Module 7 / Lesson 2)
  • ERG Empact Measurement Dashboard (Module 9 / Lesson 2)
  • How Can Leaders Impact a Culture of Diversity and Inclusion? (Guide)
  • Cultivating a Culture of Belonging (Guide)
  • Fostering an Inclusive Workplace Culture (Guide)
  • Employee Resource Groups at NeoGenomics (Case Study)

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This course provides corporate leaders and DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) professionals with the knowledge and tools to successfully implement and manage Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) within their organizations. Through ten detailed modules, participants will learn the fundamentals of ERGs, their importance in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, and practical strategies for establishing, supporting, and evaluating these groups.

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