The Greater Des Moines Partnership's Diversity Council implements a variety of initiatives designed to promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace and in our community. From educational seminars to diversity-focused publications, special events and other activities, the council is dedicated to uncovering and realizing opportunities that promote the business case and impact of diversity and inclusion.

Diversity Workplace Webinars

In an effort to continue to promote Diversity Best Practices in our professional community, the Partnership's Diversity Council offers a Webinar Educational Series. The Webinars are presented by the Diversity Council of the Greater Des Moines Partnership and the Central Iowa Society for Human Resources Management (CISHRM). The webinars are free and open to all regional members and the public. Visit the event registration page to view all upcoming webinars or click here to view the flyer.

View the webinars by clicking on the items listed here. (Best viewed with Windows Media Player).

Diverse Suppliers - Grow Your Business
Thursday, April 26, 2012
webinar video and powerpoint; Links of interest:  Iowa Women's Business Center:  www.ised.org; Women's Business Enterprise Council:  www.wbenc.org
 

Cashing in on Generational Diversity: From Culture Clash to Valuable Business Asset

Thursday, January 26, 2012
Presented by Laura E. Bernstein, 
webinar video, powerpoint and perspecitve paper

Supplier Diversity Webinar (video) (pdf)
Presented Sept. 22, 2011

Building Bridges Toward LGBT Diversity in the Workplace Webinar (video).
Presented by Patricia Baillie from Out & Equal Workforce Advocates June 23, 2011.

Generational Diversity Webinar (video)
Presented by Joe Gerstandt
April 28, 2011
 
Engaging Leaders in the Diversity and Inclusion Journey Webinar (PDF)
Presented by a business panel led by Jacquie Easley
January 27, 2011
 

Diversity Recruitment & Retention Webinar  (video)
February 24, 2011 

Defining Diversity Webinar  (PDF)
Presented by Joe Gerstandt
September 23, 2010

Business Case for Diversity and Inclusion Webinar (video)
Presented by Joe Gerstandt
October 26, 2010
 

Developing a Diversity and Inclusion Strategy Webinar (video)
Presented by Eric Peterson
November 18, 2010
 

Implementing a Diversity and Inclusion Strategy Webinar  (PDF)
Presented by a business panel led by Jacquie Easley
December 16, 2010

INclusion Magazine

In 2007, the Greater Des Moines Partnership, Business Record Publications and dsm Magazine, along with several corporate sponsors collaborated to publish INclusion, a special guide showcasing the diverse culture of Central Iowa.

Reflecting the value and importance of diversity in Greater Des Moines, INclusion celebrates the rich cultural traditions of the region's African-American, African, Asian, Bosnian, Latino and Native American residents. The magazine also includes sections on diversity in Greater Des Moines' faith community, accessibility for the disabled, opportunities for young and retired professionals and Central Iowa's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered communities. IN 2010, the guide debuted a focus on those serving in the military.

The Partnership and area employers use INclusion to help attract and retain a diverse workforce in the community. Publication of the guide is funded by the city's major employers.

To request copies of INclusion, call Alba Perez at (515) 286-4937. The latest issue of INclusion can be also be viewed online.