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Beyond Traditional Credentials

Building Bridges to Create an Inclusive Pathway for Untapped Subject Matter Experts

Sunday, November 17, 2024
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM East Coast USA Time
Location: Flicker 3
I.C.E. Exchange Program Description: This workshop is designed to guide organizations in creating more inclusive and equitable pathways for engaging untapped SMEs. It will explore the importance of diversity in thought leadership and the steps necessary to reach underrepresented experts in various fields. Through a combination of discussions, hands-on activities, and real-world examples, you will learn how to identify barriers to inclusion, develop strategies to connect with untapped SMEs, and build sustainable relationships that enrich your organization’s knowledge base and cultural competency. You will be provided with a take-home workbook that includes reflective activities, group exercises, and areas for future planning tailored to your organization’s unique needs.

Join us for this workshop and start a transformative journey toward a more inclusive and diverse environment. Tailored to your unique challenges, it offers tools, insights, and opportunities to reshape SME engagement. By participating, you'll gain essential knowledge and resources to break down barriers, foster an inclusive community, and utilize diversity for innovation and better
outcomes. Don't miss the chance to drive meaningful change and propel your organization forward with new perspectives.

Learning Objectives:

  • Utilize the workbook to identify and confront prevailing norms, thereby enriching the SME pool with diverse perspectives to enhance collaboration and outcomes.
  • Apply workbook strategies to develop and execute inclusive recruitment and engagement approaches for accessing underrepresented SME groups.
  • Leverage workbook exercises to promote a sense of belonging and community among SMEs, dismantling existing obstacles to diversity.
  • Employ workbook tools to empower diverse groups through the creation and application of inclusive growth and opportunity strategies.
  • Harness the workbook to emphasize and action the significance of diversity in expertise and the benefits of constructing inclusive networks for innovative projects.