DEI Signup Deadlines Approaching Fast!

SWANA continues to emphasize involvement in its DEI Assessment and wants to remind all members about two upcoming deadlines.

Focus Group Participation

DEI consultant Nonprofit HR will be hosting a variety of focus groups to give SWANA members an opportunity to more directly share their experiences with SWANA and the industry. They will vary across demographics, job duties, and types of SWANA involvement in order to expand on the variety of responses received. There are limited places available in each group, so the registration will ask you to select ONE 60-minute session that best aligns with your schedule from February 1 through 9, and corresponds with an identity group to which you belong. Access more information about the focus groups and sign up to participate in a session. The opportunity to sign up to participate in a focus group closes tomorrow (Friday, January 27, 2023) at 5:00 p.m. EDT.

DEI Steering Committee participation

The Board established the DEI Steering Committee to provide guidance and input on this project. One Nonprofit HR recommendation already accepted by the Board is to increase the number and diversity of SWANA’s DEI Steering Committee members from the current four people to about 12 people. If you are a SWANA member, have a diverse perspective and an interest in this project, please consider applying to become a member of the DEI Steering Committee tasked with supporting the development of SWANA’s DEI Strategic Roadmap. The requested commitment is for a year, beginning in February of 2023, with meetings held virtually, approximately once per month. To apply, complete this form this form no later than 11:59 p.m. EDT Monday, February 6, 2023.