ERG and Affinity Group Strategy

This strategy area is focused on delivering…

Sustainable structure and governance

Consistent policies and procedures

Practical strategic planning

Impactful events and initiatives

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), sometimes referred to as Affinity Groups or Employee Networks, are employee-led groups formed around a shared identity, experience, or affiliation. Whether your company’s ERGs are firmly established or just getting started, Seen@Work’s ERG Strategy projects support these groups to ensure their sustainability and ongoing success. ​

Program Details

When thoughtfully and effectively managed, ERGs can be transformational assets for your organization and your employees. ERG Strategy projects are highly customized to meet your company and your groups where they’re at. These engagements begin with an information-gathering period which might include…​

  • Interviews or focus groups with your current ERG leaders​

  • Comprehensive review of existing ERG policies, documents, and systems​

  • Conversations with HR/DEI staff and firm senior leadership.​

Through these and/or other investigative methods, your Seen@Work team will help you to determine the path ahead for you to maintain robust, high-impact ERGs.​

ERGs vary based on a company’s size, location, industry, workforce composition, and working model. Depending on the scope of the project and your company’s specific needs, ERG Strategy projects can yield deliverables and services like…​

  • Guidelines for ERG formation, governance, and structure​

  • Workshops, coaching, or facilitated working sessions for ERG leaders​

  • Processes for planning and budgeting for events and initiatives​

  • Systems for compensating or otherwise rewarding ERG leaders​

Thriving ERGs are powerful drivers of Inclusion and Belonging. Seen@Work can help you to offer the resources, support, and structure they need to succeed.​