#WEIHow2 Eimear O’Reilly Workplace Diversity Programme Officer GLEN

Structure

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Scoring and Results Scoring Framework Evaluated by GLEN team Externally validated Dr. Kara McGann, Senior Policy Executive, Ibec. Report card results Arrange executive debrief

Sample Question - Foundations x

All questions in this survey refer to the period 1 st January 2015 – 30 th June 2016 unless stated otherwise LGBT related article in internal company Ezine.

Sample Question – Next Steps x

Sample Question – Next Steps

Sample Question – Best Practice x

Learning from 2015 Evidence should refer to: 1 st January 2015 – 30 th June 2016 unless stated otherwise. Sensitive evidence can be redacted. Leadership refers to: CEO/Country Manager/Secretary General or Executive Head of Function or Department.

Learning from 2015 Cont. Supporting evidence must clearly show how the documented action or response specifically relates to the organisation in Ireland. For example: evidence of how a global diversity strategy with an LGBT strand is implemented in Ireland. Organisation’s LGBT element of their diversity and inclusion strategy is different to an LGBT employee network strategy/action plan. Trans inclusion

Section 6: Leadership Awards Nominations 500 words max Shortlist sent to independent judging panel Key areas to consider: Vision/ Leadership/ Actions/ Impact Allocate time to complete nominations

Section 6: Leadership Awards Learning WEI 2015 Treat each nomination as a stand alone application Ensure the nomination gives clear examples and is detailed. The judges only have access to section 6 and do not have access to the rest of your application.

Sample Answer Structure LGBT Employee Network of the Year Award LGBT Employee Network Background Vision Key Objectives Organisational Engagement Internally/Externally Actions Impact

Completing the WEI Application Form Consider who is best placed to provide evidence Opportunity to engage people across the organisation Divide sections among colleagues Set up a timeline to complete sections and review Share report card results

Applying Application forms can be submitted in one of two ways: 1. 2.Dropbox Download application and completion guide

Important Dates Deadline for submission:30 th June 2016 WEI Awards 2016:20 th September Report cards available from:1 st October Executive debrief:Schedule at your earliest convenience

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#WEIHow2 Eimear O’Reilly Workplace Diversity Programme Officer GLEN