π₯ ERG Leadership
Executive Sponsor(s)
- {Executive Sponsor Name(s)}
Group Lead(s)
- {Group Lead Name(s)}
Impact Champions
- {Employee Name(s)}
π Group Name Ideas
Professional & Leadership Focused
- Women @ {Company Name}
- Women's Initiative Network (WIN)
- Women in Search of Excellence (WISE)
- Women in Leadership
- Women's Leadership Network
- Women's Professional Network
- Women Leading Together
Community & Inclusion Focused
- Women's Community Network
- EmpowerHER
- Elevate
- Women's Collective
- Women Connect
- Together We Rise
π Groups Profile Information
Short Description
{ERG Name} is {Company Name}'s community for women employees and allies.
Led by {Employee Names}, our mission is to foster belonging, support professional growth, create leadership opportunities, champion equity, and build meaningful connections across the organization.
Employees of all backgrounds are encouraged to participate and support the advancement of women in the workplace.
Highlights
π Executive Sponsor
{Name} serves as Executive Sponsor for {ERG Name}.
They are passionate about supporting this community because:
"{Insert quote from sponsor}"
π₯ Group Lead Spotlight
{Name} is one of the Group Leads for {ERG Name}.
Their favorite nonprofit is:
{Nonprofit Name}
Their favorite piece of career advice is:
{Quote or Leadership Insight}
Suggested Group Statistics
Internal Metrics
- % of employees at {Company Name} who identify as women
- Number of ERG members
- Women represented in leadership positions
- Volunteer hours contributed by members
- Donations made through group campaigns
- Event participation rate
- Activity Feed engagement
Workplace Insights
- Women now lead more than 10% of Fortune 500 companies, a record high.
- Women continue to be underrepresented in executive leadership positions across many industries.
- Women remain significantly underrepresented in STEM and technical roles globally.
- Sponsorship, mentorship, and professional networks are consistently identified as key drivers of career advancement for women.
Tip: Consider highlighting company-specific leadership and participation metrics alongside broader workplace trends.
π¬ Activity Feed Ideas
Discussion Prompts
- What is the best career advice you've ever received?
- Who is a woman leader that inspires you?
- Share a book, podcast, or article that has impacted your professional growth.
- Highlight a nonprofit making a difference for women and girls.
- Share a personal leadership lesson or career milestone.
Engagement Campaigns
- Women's History Month Spotlight Series
- Women Leaders You Admire Campaign
- Employee Storytelling Series
- Mentorship Match Challenge
- Women-Owned Business Showcase
β€οΈ Giving Campaign Ideas
Women's Empowerment Campaign
Support nonprofits focused on:
- Women's education
- Economic mobility
- Leadership development
- Entrepreneurship
- STEM education for girls
- Maternal health
- Domestic violence prevention
- Workforce development
Women's History Month Giving Campaign
Invite employees to support organizations advancing opportunities for women and girls.
Employee Choice Campaign
Encourage employees to nominate and vote on nonprofits that align with causes they care about.
π Volunteer Opportunities
Consider volunteer opportunities such as:
- Career mentoring
- Resume reviews
- Mock interviews
- Girls in STEM programs
- Entrepreneurship coaching
- Financial literacy workshops
- Women's shelter support projects
- Scholarship review committees
π οΈ Recommended Resources
Articles & Research
- 7 Reasons Why We Need Women in the Workplace
- Why Women Need a Network of Champions
- Women CEOs run more than 10% of Fortune 500 companies for the first time in history
- 15 Inspirational Female CEOs Making An Impact
Books & Podcasts
- Women-focused leadership podcasts
- Executive leadership interviews
- Career development resources
- Women entrepreneur stories
Educational Resources
- Women's History Month materials
- Leadership development guides
- Mentorship best practices
- Allyship resources
π Suggested Events
March
- International Women's Day Speaker Series
- Women's History Month Employee Spotlights
- Leadership Panel Discussion
- Women-Owned Business Showcase
May
- Mother's Day Hope & Comfort Hygiene Kit Packing Event
- Caregiver Appreciation Discussion
August
- Women's Equality Day Campaign
- Giving Madness Bracket Supporting Women's Causes
November
- National Career Development Month Lunch & Learn
- Mentorship Networking Event
Throughout the Year
- Executive Fireside Chats
- Leadership Workshops
- Networking Events
- Career Development Sessions
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Nonprofit Spotlight Series
- Mentorship Programs
πΒ Nonprofits We Love
- See our Womenβs History Month Nonprofit Collection here