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April 29.2025
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Discover How the GEN IMPACT Awards Elevate ERG Excellence in 2025

Introducing the GEN IMPACT Awards – A New Era of ERG Excellence




Introducing the GEN IMPACT Awards: A New Standard in Employee Engagement

The Global ERG Network (GEN) is elevating recognition in the realm of diversity and inclusion with the launch of the GEN IMPACT Awards. This initiative marks a significant transition from the Diversity Impact Awards™, reflecting a wider mission to acknowledge the contributions of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and their integral role in shaping inclusive workplaces.

EMBRACING A BROADER VISION

The GEN IMPACT Awards aim to spotlight not just the initiatives of ERGs, but their measurable impacts on both workplaces and the wider community. As Monica Brunache, Executive Officer at Tapestry Partner Solutions, notes, the focus is to highlight groups that enhance employment opportunities, remove barriers to access, and promote economic empowerment. This broadened perspective aims to inspire a culture of collaboration and innovation, encouraging ERGs to showcase their success in driving diversity and inclusion metrics at all organizational levels.

WHY PARTICIPATE?

Applying for the GEN IMPACT Awards offers tremendous benefits. Winners will receive recognition across the industry, access to invaluable best practices from leading ERG executives, and a complimentary ticket to the 2025 Global ERG Network Conference. Plus, application submission is free and open to all, regardless of GEN membership. This opportunity represents not only a chance to gain visibility but also to connect with a vast community dedicated to workplace excellence.

IMPORTANT DATES

  • Applications Open: March 3, 2025

  • Submission Deadline: April 30, 2025

  • Finalists Announced: August 2025

  • Winners Revealed: Q4 2025 at the Global ERG Network Conference

This evolution in awards not only reflects changing times but also reinforces the essential role of ERGs in catalyzing change and fostering an inclusive workplace culture.




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