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CADIA News Digest January 2025 |
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CADIA Connects January - Capstone Reports
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Join us on Jan. 14 to hear from the Fall '24 CADIA Accelerator DEI Certification Program graduates as they share their capstone projects with the CADIA community. They have created toolboxes for use by organizations to drive DEI.
Projects include:
At the conclusion of the meeting, participants will be able to download the projects and put them to good use immediately!
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Accelerator DEI Certification Program: Winter/Spring Kick off Feb. 20 |
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Kicking off a new cohort on Feb. 20, the CADIA Accelerator DEI Certification Program offers a structured opportunity for automotive industry professionals to learn DEI best practices, solve complex organizational challenges and build a DEI professional network.
This course is aimed at DEI professionals, DEI champions, ERG leaders and participants, and anyone who wants to better understand DEI at a personal, professional and systems level.
With more that 150 graduates to date, participants will join a community dedicated to advancing DEI in our industry.
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“We think a diverse Accelerator cohort reflects the trend toward embedding DEI across all company functions. It ensures that inclusion becomes part of the organizational DNA.” -- Margaret Baxter, Exec Director, CADIA |
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International Women's Day 2025: Accelerate Action |
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Allow CADIA to energize your International Women's Day conversation by bringing in outside perspectives, thought leadership and insights.
"Accelerate Action" is the theme for the International Women’s Day 2025 taking place on March 8. Let CADIA help you create the conversation around inclusion that will inspire your teams and foster growth and understanding.
CADIA’s team of DEI professionals will bring the conversation to life at your company event. Whether you need a moderator, panelist, keynote speaker or facilitator, CADIA can work with you to help communicate, educate and inspire.
For more information, contact Jennifer Harding.
PS - Did you know that CADIA offers more than 20 different workshops for your teams? Delivered in person or virtually. To see the topics and descriptions, visit our website.
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CADIA DEI Roundtable Discusses ERGs |
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On Jan. 15, the DEI Roundtable will be discussing ERGs – and hearing about best practices from Patriece Barton – President – African Ancestry at Bosch Chicagoland; Morgan Curry Brown – Senior Facilities and Energy Engineer at Robert Bosch, LLC – Charleston Plant, President – African Ancestry at Bosch Charleston; Derek Howard – Engineering Manager - Vehicle Systems and Sensor Integration; President – African Ancestry at Bosch – Metro Detroit; Heather Porzuczek – Vice President HR, Eaton’s Mobility Group and Carrie Young – Chief Engineer, Chair Wx ERC, Magna Seating. The conversation will center on lessons learned, effective stewardship and the evolution of ERGs over time.
CADIA encourages all Corporate and Roundtable members to attend and invite ERG leaders to glean best practices, uncover benchmark information and generate new ideas to create both organizational and individual value from existing and future ERGs.
If you are already a member, register now. If you are not a member, request a guest invitation to audit an upcoming meeting to see if it's a fit for your company.
Membership is open to those who work in some aspect of DEI for automotive, transportation and related companies.
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CADIA 2025 Culture and Inclusion Calendar Now Available |
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The 2025 CADIA Culture and Inclusion Calendar is a dynamic resource designed to foster awareness, understanding, and celebration of diverse cultural, religious, and societal milestones throughout the year. It serves as a tool to encourage inclusive practices, provide educational insights, and inspire meaningful engagement among individuals and organizations.
The calendar is available for use and download from the CADIA website. |
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Thank you new, renewing and upgrading members |
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CADIA's Impact Awards Nomination Period Ends Jan. 17
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The CADIA Impact Awards nominations will close on Jan. 17. The applications are short but the competition is strong. Don't delay - submit your company nominations now.
The nomination process will close on January 17, 2025 and a panel of judges will determine the winners.
Winners will be announced during a live awards ceremony on May 21 during CADIA’s RevUp event at the MSU Management Education Center in Troy, Mich. Individual tickets and group purchases will be available, as well as sponsorship packages.
Contact Jennifer Harding for more information or sponsorship opportunities.
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The Intersection of Workplace Safety and Inclusion: Breaking Down Barriers |
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CADIA’s Workplace Safety and Inclusion workshop explores the intersection between inclusion and workplace safety, emphasizing how fostering an inclusive environment contributes to safety and well-being.
In this workshop participants learn:
This session is for individuals or teams interested in developing a comprehensive approach to safety and inclusion that ensures that every worker feels empowered, safe, and respected, ultimately leading to a more productive and secure workplace.
Contact Jennifer Harding to discuss your next safety workshop.
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Let CADIA emcee your next event |
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Let CADIA’s team of DEI professionals bring the conversation alive at your company event. Whether you need a moderator, panelist, keynote speaker or facilitator, CADIA can work with you to help communicate, educate and inspire.
CADIA has you covered at events such as ERG summits, executive or company meetings or cultural celebrations.
CADIA is well-versed in all facets of DEI conversations, so pitch us your idea, tell us what you need and we will come up with a creative, engaging approach to bring the audience along on the DEI journey.
For more information, contact Jennifer Harding. |
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Membership |
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Did you know? CADIA offers different levels of corporate membership. Get more information on the CADIA Membership webpage.
For more details or to schedule a call about membership, contact Jennifer Harding. |
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