This tool outlines a full calendar of events that ERG leaders can use as a guide when planning.

Many times we hear from ERG chairs looking for ways to increase engagement of their executive sponsors and best leverage their power and influence in the organization. When asked, we learn that clear expectations have not been communicated with the executive sponsor and they do not realize what their role entails.

Here are some tips to help you grow your ERG member base.

A brief summary on what the ERG Leader toolkit is.

The How-To Toolkits are a unique set of resources to help your organization effectively accomplish strategic priorities associated with your diversity and inclusion strategy.  Each toolkit addresses a specific diversity-related topic and provides step-by-step how-tos, strategic planning tools, and resources for further development.

The ERG Member Profile is a template that you can use to interview ERG members.

Developing a new ERG may seem like a daunting task, but once a plan of action, with specific tasks, expectations and timelines is created, the process will be more manageable. This document provides a step-by step guided process for launching an ERG

Your ERG Value Statement should describe how ERGs will add value to the organization and your employees. This tool can be used by individual ERGs as well in a large group with multiple ERG leaders. The purpose of this exercise is to engage in true brainstorming to come up with words that capture the value of your ERG program.

The success of any ERG is contingent on its leadership team. The specific leadership team put in place will depend on the goals and in some cases size of the group. At a minimum each ERG should have a chair, cochair and someone in charge of logistics (secretary), programming and communications. Here is a list of the most common ERG leadership positions and the responsibilities associated with each.

The ERG Sample Scorecard provides a comprehensive list of metrics you can use to measure the impact of your ERG.

The member engagement survey is a tool for ERG leaders to assess the needs of its member base in order to provide highly targeted and effective development opportunities, engage ERG members and enhance communication and outreach.

Here are some tips to help you engage your ERG Members.

The Project Planning Template is a tool to help you manage your project from design to execution.

Organizations support ERGs for many reasons including a commitment to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace, fostering a culture in which different perspectives, ideas and styles are valued and encouraged, and creating an environment where all employees feel valued and believe there is an equal opportunity to contribute and succeed. Well-integrated ERGs can have a major impact in an organization, which spans four key areas: People, Productivity, Profitability and Community. This document highlights some best-practice examples of how ERGs are supporting the company in these key areas.

The Inclusion Learning Loop™ ERG Strategic Planning Blueprint is an action planning exercise to support ERG leaders in the strategic planning process. The blueprint and worksheet pose key questions and ideas that must be explored throughout the creation of the annual business/strategic plan.

Your ERG branding and communications strategy is not much different than any other branding strategy and therefore you can easily apply the marketing mix or 4 Ps of a marketing strategy. Below you will find a template, example and worksheet.

Updated: The Inclusion Learning Loop™ Heritage Month Celebration Ideas is a companion piece to the Multicultural Calendar. It provides ERG leaders and members with ideas for recognizing and celebrating the various heritage months.

Core to the success of any ERG is its ability to effectively design and run events that are well aligned with business objectives and the development needs of its members. The Event Planning Process is a step-by- step set of guidelines for designing a well-constructed event.

A budget template will help an ERG Leader keep tracking of spending throughout the year.  It is important to stay fiscally organized and with that, have a tool that can be efficiently analyzed. Provided here is a template that allows you to categorize expenses in a way that makes sense to your organization.

The Inclusion Learning Loop™ Inclusive Meeting Guidelines is a set of tips and techniques for running effective and productive meetings designed to include the voice and perspective of all participants.