October 18, 2022

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Education and understanding the implications of unconscious bias is critical to cultivating a culture of inclusion and belonging.  Belonging is that sense you get that you are a valued member of a community. When people feel that they are part of a community, they feel a sense of purpose.

Daily Simulcast Video: 

Marianna Sousa: Belonging Keynote (English)

Marianna Sousa: Belonging Keynote (Spanish voiceover)

Run time: ~11 minutes total

Daily Live Webinars 

12:00 ET:

Building an Inclusive Culture

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Presented by Associated Builders and Contractors of America

1:00 ET:

Deconstructing Dominant Culture to Build Belonging

Sharon Hidalgo, Dr. Sharbreon Plummer, and Dr. Rachael Forester as they engage in a multi-tiered assessment to understand the internalization and impact of dominant culture on “belonging” in the workplace.

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Presented by the National Association of Women in Construction

October 19, 2022

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What is supplier diversity and why it is important 

Supplier diversity is a business practice that refers to the inclusion of businesses owned by diverse individuals or groups in the procurement of goods and services. A diverse supplier is generally defined as a business that’s at least 51% owned and operated by an individual that’s part of a traditionally underrepresented or underserved group. Common classifications are minority-owned business enterprises (MBEs), woman-owned business enterprises (WBEs), and small-business enterprises (SBEs). Businesses owned by other minority groups, such as LGBQT+, veterans, and persons with disabilities, may also be considered diverse suppliers. 

Daily Simulcast Video: 

Mutual Opportunities: A Conversation Between a National Prime Firm and Diverse Supplier (English)

Mutual Opportunities: A Conversation Between a National Prime Firm and Diverse Supplier (Spanish Subtitles)

Run time: ~13 min

(Available week of October 10) 

Daily Live Webinar @ 12:00 ET:

Supplier Diversity: Inclusion Drives Innovation

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Presented by Associated Builders and Contractors of America

Individual Resource Files

• Glossary of Terms
• Organizations & Entities
• Certification Matrix
• Intentional Spending At Home

October 20, 2022

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Establishing and maintaining a positive workplace culture means that everyone gets to experience a workplace that is inclusive and respectful. We also know that a good culture leads to increased safety  and more productivity, providing higher value to our clients and allowing each and every worker to perform their best work. 

Everyone must actively care for each other and ensure that everyone feels both physically and psychologically safe. Our work homes are where we spend our days, and they are where we gather the emotions, attitudes, and behaviors that we bring home to our families.  We should expect to get a high level of respect and standard of care where we work. We must create workplaces which are equitable and meet the needs of all employees, industry-wide. We need to ensure workplaces are free of bias and harassment; where all are treated with respect; sites where our professional opinions are heard and valued and all have a seat at the table.  Additionally, our clients appreciate and have come to expect a diverse and respectful workplace. This is not diversity on paper only, we need to foster collaborative and inclusive teams where everyone can do their best work and deliver for our clients. 

Simply said: When it comes to workplace culture, it has to be practiced and lived daily. Everyone has to be about it and not just talk about it.

Daily Simulcast Video: 

Workplace Culture

Run time: 2:15 minutes

Daily Live Webinar @ 12:00 ET:

The Intersection of Culture, Safety and Total Human Health

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Presented by Associated Builders and Contractors of America

October 21, 2022

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Student Activity Planning Guide

Welcome to the Class of 2032!

Creating a more diverse and inclusive construction industry will not happen overnight, but there are actions we can take now to inspire the next generation of builders. Our industry has a great number of career and educational pathways that can lead to success. Currently, there isn’t a lot of information for students about these pathways. Some people swing hammers, but many don’t! Students from all backgrounds, and with a wide range of aspirations, can find a challenging and rewarding path to prosperity in the construction industry.

3rd grade is the perfect age for students to learn about careers in construction, especially from people who “look like them” and “they can relate to.” 

Daily Simulcast Video: 

Panel Discussion: Educators and Construction Professionals and the Class of 2032

 long-format

Run time: 20 minutes total

Daily Live Webinar @ 12:00 ET:

Mentoring and Giving Back to Our Communities

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Presented by Associated Builders and Contractors of America