Employee Resource Groups — The People Strategy
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are groups that are formed within organizations that serve specific minority and/or underserved groups. Although the most common are the gender and ethnic groups and stems from the origin of ERGs (Race and Gender Equality), there are now various other groups that have begun to gain traction depending on the organizational need and are more intersectional.
When it comes to Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), there are different players with different roles, and the question of Membership Vs leadership is common.
Who are the ERG “Members”?
How do we determine who leads our ERGs?
Who is involved in making the ERG work?
How do we assemble the ERG team?
How do we build a support system for our ERG?
What does a people succession plan for ERG look like?
The overarching question for organizational leaders should be what is our “ERG PEOPLE STRATEGY”?
First, to launch and successfully operate a sustainable ERG that evolves, delivers results, and remains active beyond a single individual, the roles should be clear and there should be the willingness to perform or learn as needed…
