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| − | == Who we are == | + | == '''Who we are''' == |
| − | The International Equity Collective (IEC) is a grassroots community that fosters collaboration and knowledge-sharing to drive equity and inclusion within public sectors across the globe. This collective strives to make countries more fair for everyone. | + | The '''International Equity Collective (IEC)''' is a grassroots community that fosters collaboration and knowledge-sharing to drive equity and inclusion within public sectors across the globe. This collective strives to make countries more fair for everyone. |
The IEC extends internationally the efforts of the Anti-Racism Network ([[Anti-RacismAmbassadorsNetwork|ARAN]]), a grassroots group of public servants within the Government of Canada that works with an intersectional lens to dismantle systemic racism, and that connects public servants working across orders of government to share knowledge, spread information and take action. | The IEC extends internationally the efforts of the Anti-Racism Network ([[Anti-RacismAmbassadorsNetwork|ARAN]]), a grassroots group of public servants within the Government of Canada that works with an intersectional lens to dismantle systemic racism, and that connects public servants working across orders of government to share knowledge, spread information and take action. | ||
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The IEC invites public servants of every level, community organizers, and academics of various countries to collaborate, enhance discussions, and share research, data, and best practices to foster equity globally. | The IEC invites public servants of every level, community organizers, and academics of various countries to collaborate, enhance discussions, and share research, data, and best practices to foster equity globally. | ||
| − | == Objectives == | + | == '''Objectives''' == |
| − | 1. Connect and Collaborate: Facilitate connections and collaboration between public sector leaders, networks for equity, and equity-seeking communities to share knowledge, strategies, and best practices. | + | '''1. Connect and Collaborate:''' Facilitate connections and collaboration between public sector leaders, networks for equity, and equity-seeking communities to share knowledge, strategies, and best practices. |
| − | 2. Advance Equity Globally: Work together to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion within public sectors worldwide by sharing experiences and effective approaches. | + | '''2. Advance Equity Globally''': Work together to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion within public sectors worldwide by sharing experiences and effective approaches. |
| − | 3. Support Working Groups: Establish working groups focused on specific equity-related topics, to share insights and solutions. | + | '''3. Support Working Groups:''' Establish working groups focused on specific equity-related topics, to share insights and solutions. |
| − | 4. Leverage Technology: Utilize platforms like Slack to connect members globally, facilitate discussions, and coordinate activities. | + | '''4. Leverage Technology:''' Utilize platforms like Slack to connect members globally, facilitate discussions, and coordinate activities. |
| − | 5. Build a Supportive Community: Create an environment of support and mutual learning, where individuals and organizations can access resources and expertise. | + | '''5. Build a Supportive Community''': Create an environment of support and mutual learning, where individuals and organizations can access resources and expertise. |
== Structure of the IEC == | == Structure of the IEC == | ||
| − | 1. Organizing Council: A council comprising public servants responsible for overall governance, strategy, and decision-making. The Organizing Council is accountable for the network's mission and goals. | + | '''1. Organizing Council:''' A council comprising public servants responsible for overall governance, strategy, and decision-making. The Organizing Council is accountable for the network's mission and goals. |
| − | 2. Working Groups: | + | '''2. Working Groups:''' Internationallydiverse working groups focusing on specific equity topics. Each working group includes experts, public sector representatives, and community advocates. |
| − | 3. Regional Representatives: Appointed representatives from different regions who act as liaisons between the IEN and equity-seeking communities and organizations in their respective regions. | + | '''3. Regional Representatives:''' Appointed representatives from different regions who act as liaisons between the IEN and equity-seeking communities and organizations in their respective regions. |
| − | '''Membership and | + | '''4. Membership and Participation:''' Membership in the IEC is open to individuals and organizations worldwide with an interest in advancing equity in the public sector. |
| − | + | == '''Activities and Initiatives''' == | |
| + | '''1. Regular Meetings:''' Meetings determined by working groups to share research, experiences, and best practices. Meetings can be facilitated using platforms like Slack or a platform of members' choice to accommodate participants across the world. | ||
| − | + | '''2. Knowledge Sharing:''' A dedicated online knowledge repository for sharing research, reports, case studies, and best practices. | |
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| − | + | '''3. Mentorship and Suppor'''t: Establish mentorship programs to provide support to emerging leaders and equity advocates in the public sector. | |
| − | + | '''4. Advocacy and Policy Development''': Collaborate on international advocacy efforts and the development of inclusive public policies. | |
| − | + | == '''Events''' == | |
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| − | == Events == | ||
This section lists upcoming and past events. | This section lists upcoming and past events. | ||
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November 2023: International Black Public Servants Network Meet and Greet: Meeting to discuss issues for Black public servants in Canada and Brazil | November 2023: International Black Public Servants Network Meet and Greet: Meeting to discuss issues for Black public servants in Canada and Brazil | ||
| − | == Links == | + | == '''Links''' == |
[[ARAN ARAR|ARAN ARAR - wiki (gccollab.ca)]] | [[ARAN ARAR|ARAN ARAR - wiki (gccollab.ca)]] | ||
Revision as of 16:35, 9 November 2023
Who we are
The International Equity Collective (IEC) is a grassroots community that fosters collaboration and knowledge-sharing to drive equity and inclusion within public sectors across the globe. This collective strives to make countries more fair for everyone.
The IEC extends internationally the efforts of the Anti-Racism Network (ARAN), a grassroots group of public servants within the Government of Canada that works with an intersectional lens to dismantle systemic racism, and that connects public servants working across orders of government to share knowledge, spread information and take action.
The IEC recognizes the need for and actively fosters conversations between international networks of public servants actively involved in equity, diversity and inclusion issues.
The IEC invites public servants of every level, community organizers, and academics of various countries to collaborate, enhance discussions, and share research, data, and best practices to foster equity globally.
Objectives
1. Connect and Collaborate: Facilitate connections and collaboration between public sector leaders, networks for equity, and equity-seeking communities to share knowledge, strategies, and best practices.
2. Advance Equity Globally: Work together to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion within public sectors worldwide by sharing experiences and effective approaches.
3. Support Working Groups: Establish working groups focused on specific equity-related topics, to share insights and solutions.
4. Leverage Technology: Utilize platforms like Slack to connect members globally, facilitate discussions, and coordinate activities.
5. Build a Supportive Community: Create an environment of support and mutual learning, where individuals and organizations can access resources and expertise.
Structure of the IEC
1. Organizing Council: A council comprising public servants responsible for overall governance, strategy, and decision-making. The Organizing Council is accountable for the network's mission and goals.
2. Working Groups: Internationallydiverse working groups focusing on specific equity topics. Each working group includes experts, public sector representatives, and community advocates.
3. Regional Representatives: Appointed representatives from different regions who act as liaisons between the IEN and equity-seeking communities and organizations in their respective regions.
4. Membership and Participation: Membership in the IEC is open to individuals and organizations worldwide with an interest in advancing equity in the public sector.
Activities and Initiatives
1. Regular Meetings: Meetings determined by working groups to share research, experiences, and best practices. Meetings can be facilitated using platforms like Slack or a platform of members' choice to accommodate participants across the world.
2. Knowledge Sharing: A dedicated online knowledge repository for sharing research, reports, case studies, and best practices.
3. Mentorship and Support: Establish mentorship programs to provide support to emerging leaders and equity advocates in the public sector.
4. Advocacy and Policy Development: Collaborate on international advocacy efforts and the development of inclusive public policies.
Events
This section lists upcoming and past events.
Upcoming events
TBD
Past events
November 2023: International Indigenous Public Servants Network Meet and Greet: Meeting to discuss issues for Indigenous communities in Canada and Brazil
November 2023: International Black Public Servants Network Meet and Greet: Meeting to discuss issues for Black public servants in Canada and Brazil
Links
ARAN ARAR - wiki (gccollab.ca)
Interesting external link
Related communities
Link to another community
Community guidelines
It is important to be clear about expectations in your community. Here is a sample statement:
All work here is a work in progress - wiki is collaborative space - final documents will be approved by the Organizing Council.
Participation and Wiki etiquette
Please participate - if you see typos or obvious mistakes or can add to the document please take the time to do so directly on the page.
Major changes should be suggested under the discussion tab.
Please be courteous.
