Implementing & Maintaining Women’s Employee Resource Groups

The Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology (SCWIST) was founded in 1981 as a not-for-profit association aimed at encouraging women into Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). SCWIST aims to support and promote the education of girls and women through programs and activities in partnership with the community.SCWIST has a spectacular record of boosting the numbers, retention and status of women in the workplace by facilitating networking, mentoring and advocating woman-friendly policies. We also highlight opportunities, achievements and positive messages for and about women in the field through raising public awareness and guiding policy implementation.Our VALUESEmpower, Include, Inspire, Connect, SustainOur VISIONTo create an environment where women and girls in Canada can pursue their interest, education, and careers in STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) without barriers.Our MISSIONWe aim at realizing our values through:Providing activities, mentorship, and leadership that support women and girls in accomplishing their dreamsRemoving barriers and raising public awareness by promoting and advocating for inclusive policies and equitable practices in education, the workplace, and in governmentInspiring innovation and encouraging excellence through positive role models and outreach programsFostering connections through professional networks and programs we develop in partnership with the communityBoosting the numbers, retention, and status of women in the workplace by facilitating networking, mentoring, and advocating woman-friendly policiesMembers include university undergraduate and graduate students, post-docs, technicians, technologists, research scientists, professors, engineers, consultants, unemployed and retired women scientists.

Society for Canadian Women in Science & Technology

Join us in the 1st event of the SCWIST x The Thoughtful Co series to learn about developing and maintaining Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).

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<p><em>Since 1981,  SCWIST has made great strides in promoting and empowering women in STEM. When you register, please consider adding a small donation to support our programs so all interested women and girls can see where a future in STEM can take them. </em></p>

<p><strong>T﻿his is the first event in a series of workshops with SCWIST x The Thoughtful Co. </strong></p><p>Check out the other available workshops below. If you register for three events, you&#x27;ll receive free admission to the fourth: </p><ul><li><a href="https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/compensation-negotiation-101-tickets-536563785727" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><strong>Compensation Negotiation 101</strong>.</a> April 18th, 2023 12pm-1pm PST (Virtual)</li><li><a href="https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/understanding-stock-options-restricted-stock-units-tickets-536568098627" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><strong>Understanding Stock Options &amp; Restricted Stock Units.</strong></a> May 2nd, 2023 5pm-6pm PST (In-person)</li><li><a href="https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/interview-performance-review-prep-identifying-your-unique-strengths-tickets-536570676337" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><strong>Interview &amp; Performance Review Prep: Identifying Your Unique Strengths.</strong></a> June 6, 2023 12pm-1pm PST (Virtual)</li></ul><p>*E﻿mail commsevents@scwist.ca when you have registered for three events to be added to the fourth event for free.</p>

<h2>IMPLEMENTING AND MAINTAINING WOMEN'S RESOURCE GROUPS</h2>

<p>This workshop will help you develop and maintain successful Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that effectively improve gender equity in the workplace. ERGs are critical in building a sense of community and belonging, identifying areas for improvement, and developing company-specific policies that suit your culture and organizational goals. We leave time for group discussion and Q&amp;A to ensure all your questions are answered. This workshop is led by Sophie Warwick, who has spent her career in structural engineering and specializes in developing in-house gender equity policies and chairing ERGs and advocacy groups. Key takeaways from this workshop include:</p><ul><li>Understanding &amp; communicating the value of advocacy and support groups.</li><li>How to develop an engaging group structure that can be maintained long-term.</li><li>Selecting and coaching the right group champions.</li><li>Appreciating intersectionality and how different groups may work together.</li><li>Setting up an annual calendar and enrolling key senior leaders.</li></ul><p>L﻿ight refreshments will be served.</p>

<h2><a href="https://ca.linkedin.com/in/sophie-warwick-b0517996" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">S﻿ophie Warwick</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/suemaitland/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"></a></h2><p><strong>Sophie Warwick</strong>, Co-Founder of the Thoughtful Co, has spent her career in structural engineering consulting where she designs multi-use and residential buildings, from early conception to project completion. In 2018, she Co-Founded Women in Consulting Engineering (WCE), a non-profit organization to support and empower women in engineering. At The Thoughtful Co, she specializes in developing in-house gender equity policies and chairing Employee Resource Groups and advocacy groups. Additionally, she uses her data analysis expertise from her engineering background to define targets and track growth and retention.</p>

<h2>A﻿bout the Thoughtful Co:<a href="https://ca.linkedin.com/in/sophie-warwick-b0517996" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"></a></h2><p>We support women in understanding and negotiating their compensation, and advise employers on policies to improve gender equity in the workplace. Using our team's deep expertise in compensation, we empower women to feel confident in asking for the compensation they deserve. Compensation includes salary, bonus, stock options, restricted share units, benefits, role scope, vacation, severance, RRSP/401Ks/ESPPs, non-competes, allowances, flexible work arrangements, parental leave and more.</p><p>Please reach out to us if you’re interested in learning more about our services, or just to chat!</p><p>Email: contact@thethoughtfulco.net, Website: <a href="https://www.thethoughtfulco.net" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.thethoughtfulco.net</a>, Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thethoughtful.co/?hl=en" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@thethoughtful.co</a>, Linkedin: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-thoughtful-co" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.linkedin.com/company/the-thoughtful-co</a></p><p></p>

<h3><strong>Photo and Video Consent</strong></h3><p>By registering for the event, you understand that the session may be video recorded and/ or photos will be taken for use in SCWIST digital communication platforms, including but not limited to the SCWIST website, e-newsletter, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, and others. You, therefore, are providing consent for your image and voice to be used by SCWIST for free and in perpetuity.</p><p>If you do not want your image to be captured in video or photographically, please ensure that your camera is off during the session.</p><h3><strong>Questions and Feedback</strong></h3><p>For questions about the event, or to sign up as a speaker, please contact the Communications and Events team, by email at marketing_events@scwist.ca.</p>

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