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Employee Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion Advancing Employee Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion
Achieving Parts Authority’s mission relies on the contributions of talented and diverse team members. We value the unique characteristics and experiences that enrich personal perspectives and positively impact our workplace. Accordingly, we work to create an inclusive environment where diverse voices strengthen our organization. Single Destination for Diversity & Inclusion Resources Parts Authority Education, our learning management system (LMS), features a dedicated Diversity & Inclusion page, which gives team members a single destination for all D&I education, information and resources. From this page, they can access curated resources such as the Harvard Implicit Association Test, TED Talks and other social-driven media, as well as relevant educational content. Here, too, is where they access our Preventing Discrimination and Harassment training, which is customized for team members and managers. Connecting with Diverse Job Candidates As part of our recruiting e�orts, the Talent Acquisition Team has been trained on using inclusive language in all of its communications. Educating About Diverse Beliefs, Traditions, Circumstances Our Drive Forward communication program, illuminates the array of holidays, celebrations and commemorations that take place in communities across the nation and among various groups of people. A centerpiece of this program is a friendly educational email campaign. At the time of national heritage and history celebrations (e.g., Black History, Hispanic Heritage, Native American Heritage), our D&I team takes the time to highlight aspects of these celebrations, perhaps using a timeline, little-known facts or a historical snapshot. One example: An explanation of the Stonewall uprising in New York City, the catalyst for the gay rights movement, in its email about Pride Month. The authors highlight nuances of high-pro�le celebrations such as Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and Christmas, while also spotlighting lesser-known events such as Diwali, a �ve-day festival of lights celebrated by those in and from India. The team also demonstrated its message of inclusion with an email regarding Mental Health Awareness Month. The article encouraged team members to take steps to access mental health support, if needed, and reminded them that Parts Authority’s free Employee Assistance Support team is available 24/7. Industry Participation and Recognition Jillian Weishaar, our Manager of Education, Diversity and Inclusion, complements these internal programs by engaging in D&I initiatives with groups across the industry. She has served as speaker, panelist, facilitator, and host at events sponsored by CADIA (Center for Automotive Diversity and Inclusion Advancement) Connects, AAPEX (Automotive Aftermarket Expo), and Diversity of Thought. She also has served as a judge for the Impact Awards and the Women in Auto Care Awards. Parts Authority is proud to have received an industry-recognized Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Certi�cation through CADIA.
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