Chaired by RIMS Ex-Officio Robert Cartwright, Jr., the council’s duties will include examining policies, programs and services related to D&I activities, developing relevant content, interpreting and sharing D&I benchmarking from both inside and outside of the industry, as well as surveying RIMS’ risk professional network to better assess expectations and needs.
“For any diversity and inclusion program to be successful, there has to be a plan with actionable items that’s driven by passionate individuals who share a belief in the value of inclusiveness,” said Mr. Cartwright, Jr. “RIMS continues to strengthen its D&I programming and has created greater opportunity for our diverse network to share their experiences. Our council’s goal will be to continue this momentum, build a stronger Society and present new opportunities to engage our global community.”
The Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Council is currently accepting applications for volunteers. The opportunity to join the 12-person council is open to all RIMS members. Those interested in joining RIMS Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Council can visit, www.RIMS.org/volunteer.
In late 2018, the then RIMS Diversity & Inclusion Task Force developed the following Vision Statement: RIMS strives to provide a highly inclusive environment for all identity groups to thrive in the global risk community, and to facilitate and encourage open dialogue for a more inclusive and resilient future.
Additionally, the Task Force was integral in developing webinars, conference programming, networking opportunities, surveys and establishing important relationships with industry partners who shared similar D&I objectives.
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