Topic: Diversity & Inclusion: Impact of Culture on Recruitment & Retention

Date: Wednesday, December 9, 2020

Time: 12:00pm-1:00pm

Location: Virtual (Sign-on info will be sent after registration)

Cost: 

ATD CI Member - FREE

Non ATD CI Member - $10

 Presenter: Dr. Anthony Ferguson

Dr. Anthony Ferguson, Jr., serves as the Executive Director of Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity for the West Des Moines Community School District. Previously, he worked for the Iowa Attorney General’s Office, Mercy Medical Center, and Drake University. For over 10 years, Dr. Ferguson has integrated an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework into his work both personally and professionally. His academic research focuses on the mental health and well-being of marginalized communities existing in predominantly White spaces. A native of Baltimore, Maryland , Dr. Ferguson uses his experiences to develop programming and strategies to help recruit, retain, and create access for those from underserved communities. 

He holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of Iowa in African American Studies, along with a certificate in Critical Cultural Competency. He also received a Master’s degree from Drake University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and a Doctoral degree in Educational Leadership. Dr. Anthony Ferguson, Jr.,  currently serves as Executive Director for the Midwestern Region of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and serves on the Board of Directors for the Zeta Kappa Lambda Educational Foundation, and the Iowa Chapter of Children Advocacy Centers.

Session Description

Join us to learn how culture impacts recruitment and retention. You'll also walk away with best practices for recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. 

Session Agenda

• Speaker Introduction/Background
• Walk through DEI Plan within the WDMCS System 
• Understanding how culture impacts recruitment and retention efforts
• Best practices for recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.
• Why does this even matter? 
• Questions, Thoughts, & Concerns

ATD Capability Model 

• Building Personal Capability - Cultural Awareness and Inclusion
• Impacting Organizational Capability - Organization Development and Culture 
• Impacting Organizational Capability - Talent Strategy and Management