Education about diversity in the workforce benefits us all.
Objectives
The Diversity Network helps our associates appreciate the
value of the diverse workforce at Bank of America and develop
skills we need to build teams out of that diversity. The Diversity
Network can
Assist associates in understanding and valuing diversity in all its forms
Enhance leadership, management and communication skills and provide useful information on professional development
Increase understanding of the needs and priorities of our diverse associate and customer base
Help associates develop professional contacts throughout the company
Events
Most Diversity Networks hold meetings or events on a regular basis during non-working hours on company premises. Topics and activities focus on diversity and personal and professional development. Events have included
Senior executive presentations about their vision of diversity, company objectives and core values
Discussion of the company's objectives for marketing to ethnic minority groups and hiring people with disabilities
Information-sharing sessions about topics such as career networking, cultural diversity and sexual orientation
Exercises that explore ways to build teamwork in a diverse environment
Seminars on resume writing and career management
Career fairs to help associates learn about other areas of the company
Corporate Diversity
At Bank of America, we respect and value not only differences related to race, gender, ethnicity, disability and sexual orientation, but also diversity of viewpoint, experience, talents and ideas. We strive to empower all associates to excel on the job and reach their full potentials, and reward and recognize associates based on performance and results.
