The objective of the Working Group is the identification and implementation of innovative strategies, related action plans, and implementation pledges for reframing, strengthening and sustaining DEI that will result in:

• Proactive Advocacy

• Increase in practitioners, leaders, and stakeholder’s confidence and skills to stand up, speak out and take action to support DEI 

• Positive media coverage for DEI

• Advancement of policies, practices, and procedures in support of DEI

  The Working Group's focus will be to create a "Path Forward" to:

  •  Influence and impact public opinion

  •  Influence the development and passage of legislation and public policy

  •  Influence the development and implementation of pro-DEI policies,
      practices, and procedures with corporate and non-profit sectors 

  •  Influence organizational/agency policy, practices and procedures

  •  Start and sustain DEI initiatives in today’s political climate

  •  Address and pushback against attacks in today’s political climate  

  •  Activate pro-DEI influencers

At our launch meeting, members introduced themselves and explained that they joined the Community for:

• Giving/Getting Support
• Future-Proofing Career/Finding a Job
• Finding Community and Networking
• Accessing Resources

Members included those looking for jobs/work and those who are professional career coaches, During the meeting, they were introduced to the Community's web page on the Membership Portal and brainstormed topics for upcoming meetings. Meetings are held on the third Wednesday of the month from 4:00-5:30 ET. Members and Non-Members are welcome!

Our other Community: IAC Embattled States Community has been meeting for over a year. It is also open to members and non-members and welcomes new members throughout the year. Meetings are held on the fourth Thursday of each month from 4:00-5:30. Members take turn hosting the Community meetings.

• To counter the attacks on DEI, AA, CRT, CSR, ESG, which are growing in a number of states and global regions.
• To provide those on the front lines of defending DEI with counter narratives and positive strategies to illustrate the importance of DEI.
• To provide an alternative narrative by moving beyond the business case to appeal to the emotions and humanity of those on both sides of the political divide.

• To fulfill our vision of being the "voice of DEI Global practitioners."

The campaign will consist of:

• Social Media Posts every week from May through December 2024
• Webinars 
• Advocacy
• Resources
  
• Member/Client Engagement

We have received pro bono PR help with Campaign Strategy and Reframing DEI Strategy

We are asking our members to find examples where DEI is Thriving that appeal to the emotions and humanity of those on both sides of the political divide. Examples include:

"Equity Matters" ...with wheelchair accessibility on the Beaches of Greece

"Equity Matters"... in Gender-Equal Countries where people live longer

"Diversity Matters:"...with Dallas Maverick's Owner standing up for DEI business case

"Equity Matters" ...with Neurodivergent Employees

"Diversity Matters"...with the rapid growth of CDOs

"Inclusion Matters"...for at-risk employees

The Inclusion Allies Coalition (IAC) has launched it first Community for DEI Practitioners interested in forming a community of practitioners to learn from and support each other as DEI, Affirmative Action, ESG, CRT, etc. is under attack in Florida. Members will be supported by IAC Leadership and Committees.

Why Are We Launching This Community Within IAC?