Employee Resource Groups

As part of ECU's committee to Diversity in the workplace, the Office for Equity and Diversity will assist in the forming and supporting the efforts of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Studies have shown that a feeling of connectedness to the university community helps with retention and recruitment especially in minority and women employees. Forming ERGs will help foster an environment where diverse professionals want to apply and work.

What is an Employee Resource Group?
It is a group that is formed a common interest or characteristic.

What is an ERG's purpose?
The Employee Resource Group’s purpose is to:
a. Support diversity and inclusiveness in the workplace
b. Strength the university community
c. Support personal and professional growth

Is membership mandatory?
Membership in ERG's is voluntary.

Why have you created some ERG's but not others?
ERG's are employee-initiated, the OED does not create any group, but rather helps support their creation and provides selected resources to groups.