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The Black Executives Network / Le Réseau des exécutifs noirs (BEN/REN) (view source)
Revision as of 15:10, 1 February 2022
, 15:10, 1 February 2022→Priorities
== '''About''' ==
== '''About''' ==
The Black Executives Network / Le Réseau des exécutifs noirs (BEN/REN), is a network formed in July 2020 to support Black executives in the federal public service, while working with the Government of Canada to address issues of systemic and anti-Black racism with a view to making the Canadian public service an institution that is representative at all levels, recognizes talent and leverages it to better serve all Canadians.
The Black Executives Network / Le Réseau des exécutifs noirs (BEN/REN), was established in July 2020 to support Black executives in the federal public service, while working with the Government of Canada to address issues of systemic and anti-Black racism with a view to making the Canadian public service an institution that is representative at all levels, recognizes talent and leverages it to better serve all Canadians.
The network exists to ensure that the voices of Black executives and employees in the public service are heard and to be an active partner and agent of change in addressing issues of anti-Black racism and systemic discrimination in the FPS. BEN/REN provides a credible voice on the identification and response to issues ensuring that Black perspectives are taken into account in government processes and decision-making.
=='''Context'''==
=='''Context'''==
== '''Priorities''' ==
== '''Priorities''' ==
[[File:BEN-REN Priorities.png|center|thumb|1673x1673px]]
The following priorities represent the areas of work the network will be focusing on and collaborating with senior management and key allies to advance and support the BEN/REN Mission. [[File:BEN-REN Priorities.png|center|thumb|1673x1673px]]
=='''Committee Structure'''==
== '''Committee Structure''' ==
BEN/REN currently has over 90 members Canada-wide with a five-member steering committee (SC) leading initiatives and engagement.
BEN/REN currently has over 90 members Canada-wide.
=== '''Steering Committee Members''' ===
=== '''Steering Committee Members''' ===
The BEN/REN is led by a steering committee of four executives involved and engaged in leading the networks initiatives.
* Tahanee McKnight, Special Advisor, Privy Council Office
* Tahanee McKnight, Special Advisor, Privy Council Office
* Bill Matthews, Deputy Minister of National Defence and DM ally for the UNDPAD
* Bill Matthews, Deputy Minister of National Defence and DM ally for the UNDPAD
* Jody Thomas, National Security and Intelligence Advisor to the Prime Minister<br />
* Jody Thomas, National Security and Intelligence Advisor to the Prime Minister<br />
== '''Accomplishments''' ==
Since July 2020, BEN/REN has developed a mandate and mission statement, recommendations to address anti-Black and systemic racism, and an engagement strategy. In addition, the Interim Steering Committee has undertaken a number of initiatives including:
* Identification of BEN/REN Champions and Deputy Minister Ally Champions
* Engagement with the Clerk and Interim Clerk of the Privy Council (PCO) to discuss priorities for the government’s anti-Black racism, diversity and inclusion agenda
* Engagement with the OCHRO on development and implementation of a Black Executive Talent management framework
* Provision of responses to numerous requests for consultation including for the Clerk’s ''“Call to Action Call to action on anti-racism, equity, and inclusion in the Federal Public Service''
* Drafting of written correspondence outlining key BEN/REN priorities to PCO, OCHRO and the PSC
* Coordination of several meetings of the Black Executives Network, two of which included participation of federal Cabinet Ministers, at their requests
* Broad engagement with other senior officials on issues related to anti-Black racism and racial discrimination in the FPS
== '''How to join''' ==
== '''How to join''' ==
Membership in BEN/REN is open to people of African descent who are Federal Public Servant executives (at the EX 01 level and above, or are acting for one year or more in an EX position). If you fit that description, please send an email to [[reseaubenren@gmail.com]]
Membership in BEN/REN is open to people of African descent who are Federal Public Servant executives (at the EX 01 level and above, or are acting for one year or more in an EX position). If you fit that description, please send an email to [[reseaubenren@gmail.com]]
=='''Contact us'''==
'''GC Collab''': The Black Executives Network / Le Réseau des exécutif noirs (BEN/REN)
'''GC Connex''': The Black Executives Network / Le Réseau des exécutif noirs (BEN/REN)
'''Email''': [[reseaubenren@gmail.com]]
