Published: 29 March 2019
ID: G00707935
Analyst(s): CIO Research Team
Many organizations have employee resource groups for women and staff from underrepresented groups to improve recruiting, retention and foster a sense of belonging. CIOs can sponsor such a community for women in IT and tap into that group for help with recruiting and retention.
The Benefits of Sponsoring a Community Group for Women in IT
Getting Started
Take on the Role of Executive Sponsor
Understand the Governance for a Women in IT Group
Clarify Who Leads the Group
Determine the Group’s Strategic Plan
How CIOs Can Leverage a Women in IT Group
Educate the Broader Employee Base
Professional Development
Help With Recruiting
Conclusion
Recommended by the Authors
About This Research
Endnotes
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