Newark Regional Business Partnership Events Newswire

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion E-Learning On-Demand, sponsored by Mars Wrigley US 6/7/2021 8:00 AM - 6/6/2022 12:00 Midnight

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 10:35:35 GMT

This on-demand course package is sponsored by Mars Wrigley. Click here to hear from Anton Vincent, President, to learn more about how Mars Wrigley is creaing equity across their organization.

NRBP is committed to promoting equity in the workplace. Since 2018 we have worked toward establishing a strong Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative to engage our membership, provide opportunities for learning, and encourage activities and policy change which would result in increased workplace equity, inclusion, and diversity. We are excited to launch this affordable series of experiential DEI courses, produced by SHIFT HR Compliance Training, which will provide participants with the opportunity to explore important DEI concepts at their own pace.

Upon completion of the courses, participants will have a strong foundational awareness of DEI topics, increased empathy for diverse groups, and an understanding of critical topics that could negatively impact the workplace. This package of four courses is appropriate for all companies, no matter the industry, and for employees at all levels of an organization. Participants will have continued access to the courses until June 6, 2022, providing an excellent opportunity for reflection and repeat participation.

Courses include interactive activities and real-world scenarios which call upon the participant to put themselves in the shoes of the main character described in each situation. NRBP staff completed each of the below courses and found the experience to be informative, engaging, and helpful to our professional and personal growth.

Course availability is very limited, sign up now!

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The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion E-Learning On-Deamand consists of the following packge of four courses:

Unconscious Bias in the Workplace (30 minutes)

This online training course introduces managers to the important concept of Unconscious Bias and explores the impact of such biases on their work environment. Awareness-building activities and real-life scenarios help the learner understand that we all have biases and that becoming more aware of them can make us better employees and managers. This course focuses on moving beyond awareness building and provides practical solutions for preventing bias from impacting critical workplace decisions related to hiring and managing employees. Real-life interactive scenarios provide practical experience in making conscious decisions to move beyond bias.

Building Employee Inclusion and Promoting an Upstander Culture (20 minutes)

As workplaces become more diverse and we regularly interact with colleagues from an increasing variety of backgrounds, it’s important to be mindful of the important role every person plays in creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel included, supported and valued; improve the quality of workplace interactions and decisions; encourage employees to become Upstanders; identity and practice tools to increase team productivity, innovation, and morale.

Creating A Culture of Civility and Respect in the Workplace (15 minutes)

Employees appreciate working in an environment that is comfortable, inclusive, and free of inappropriate conduct and disrespectful behavior. The goal of this online training course is to present the expectations of organizational leadership to uphold a positive and productive workplace and to remind employees to carefully consider their everyday words and actions. Real-world situations and practical examples of positive behavior are given as well as tips and tactics to show employees how to take appropriate steps to point out and correct incivility when they see it.

Transgender Inclusion in the Workplace (15 minutes)

The EEOC and many states’ employment laws interpret Title VII of the Civil Rights Act to include discrimination protections for transgender individuals. As a result, companies and their employees cannot discriminate based on gender identity. This course provides learners with an understanding of the issues related to gender identity and transgender rights in the workplace. Learners are provided with an opportunity to learn and practice how they can create an inclusive workplace environment that is respectful of everyone, including their transgender colleagues and customers.

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Additional information to come following registration.

Please select the appropriate rate when registering. Registration includes all four courses. Payment is due in full at the time of registration. All employees of NRBP member companies may register at the NRBP Member Rate. To confirm whether or not your organization is a member of NRBP, please visit our member directory or contact Nikki Drake at ndrake@newarkrbp.org.

Make Your Website Work for You 6/9/2021 1:30 PM - 6/9/2021 2:30 PM

Wed, 12 May 2021 14:52:34 GMT

During this webinar, we’ll discuss how to create a search-friendly website that drives user action and supports their goals. Whether launching a new website or sprucing up an old one, this webinar will help.

This program is offered complimentary. Sign up now!

Evening Networking at The Barrow House 6/9/2021 5:00 PM - 6/9/2021 7:00 PM

Tue, 11 May 2021 15:33:18 GMT

Registration for this event is now closd. Please join us for a future program.

NRBP is delighted to welcome back members for our first in person networking event!

Join us at The Barrow House in Clifton, one of three restaurants owned by Skopos Hospitality. The Barrow House is a Colonial Era Farmhouse on the site of a former farm. The menu is rustic American Farm fare with a robust selection of craft beer.

We will convene under a tent outdoors with separate areas for networking (masked) and enjoying light appetizers and beverages (unmasked while seated). Each attendee will receive two tickets for beer or wine, and unlimited soft drinks and water.

The restaurant will be observing all NJ Executive Order guidelines and will require masks on arrival and at all times except when seated in the food area including when stopping by another table, and all guests will be screened using touchless temperature sensors. NRBP will fully comply with all social distancing and masking regulations. Attendance is limited to the first 30 that register!

Please note: registration increases by $10 as of June 7. Please RSVP as soon as possible to guarantee your spot.

Eye Opener Featuring Mayor Ras J. Baraka 6/22/2021 10:00 AM - 6/22/2021 11:00 AM

Fri, 21 May 2021 16:21:12 GMT

We are delighted to announce that Mayor Baraka, who has addressed NRBP members every June since being elected, will join us virtually on June 22. Mayor Baraka will provide updates on his administration's programs and discuss plans for the future.

This year's program will include brief opening remarks from Darrell K. Terry, Sr., CEO of Newark Beth Israel Medical Center.

Click here to register now.

NJ Paid Family & Medical Leave During COVID-19: What Employers Need to Know 6/29/2021 10:30 AM - 6/29/2021 11:30 AM

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 13:44:56 GMT

Now more than ever, employees need time to give and receive care. During this presentation, program experts from the NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) will teach you about NJ Paid Family & Medical Leave and answer your questions.

This program will cover:
Which employers are covered under NJ Paid Family & Medical Leave laws
Which employees are eligible for NJ Paid Family & Medical Leave, and covered reasons for taking these benefits
The employer’s role in NJ Paid Family & Medical Leave
How job protection laws relate to these programs
A brief overview of NJ Earned Sick Leave and NJDOL’s key COVID-19 resources

Click here to register now