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Inclusive Workplaces Cohort is accepting applications

The Workforce Innovation Board of Ramsey County (WIB) is providing Ramsey County businesses with an executive leadership cohort learning experience. This initiative, in alignment with Ramsey County’s Economic Competitiveness and Inclusion Plan, will support employers in becoming more inclusive workplaces to ensure we are amplifying the diversity of our community as a tool for economic growth. Businesses in Ramsey County will have the opportunity to participate in a peer learning community while advancing inclusion in their organizations.The WIB will partner with ADR Consulting Group, an experienced facilitator who will create a learning environment that fosters discussion and sharing of ideas, while encouraging accountability through safe and brave spaces for confidentiality.

Eligible employers must: 

• Have a presence in Ramsey County.
• Designate two participants who have decision making power or can facilitate organizational change.
• Commit to attending all the sessions and completing a capstone project. 
• Agree to have their participation in the cohort shared out by Ramsey County and the WIB.

Up to 20 businesses will be selected to participate and influence the advancement of racial equity, diversity and inclusion throughout their organization. Preference will be given to businesses with 10-250 employees (including all locations). 

Applications for the upcoming Cohort are now being accepted and are due by the end of the day on Friday, February 21, 2025.

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This program is sponsored by the WIB and led by the WIB’s Equity Committee with assistance from the Partnership and Outreach Committee. There is no cost to participating businesses.