Diversity Awards
Greater Golden Horseshoe Diversity Awards and Luncheon
Celebrating Exceptional Leadership in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion!
“We believe our diversity makes us stronger, smarter, and more innovative, helping us better serve the needs of our clients, our people, and our communities.”
October 30, 2024
11:30 am - 2:00 pm
Art Gallery of Hamilton
123 King Street West
$85 / Person
Welcome to the first annual Greater Golden Horseshoe Diversity Awards and Luncheon, presented by the EMPOWER Strategy Group! Set for October 30, 2024, this premier event is meticulously curated and dedicated to acknowledging and celebrating the extraordinary efforts of individuals, businesses, and organizations that have made significant strides in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within their workplaces and the Greater Golden Horseshoe community.
Our mission is to recognize those who stand out as a beacon for change in DEI culture - those who create inclusive environments, advocate for equity, and foster a sense of belonging. Through their tireless efforts, these champions of DEI drive positive change, contributing to the advancement of a more equitable society.
Save the date and get ready for an unforgettable event honouring our DEI champions! Enjoy a delectable luncheon packed with entertainment, prizes, surprises, and deeply inspiring stories.
Why the Awards?
Do you know what it means to be truly understood? We do. At EMPOWER Strategy Group, we're all about championing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). We work closely with our partners to build an immersive culture of inclusion in the workplace and the community. Over the years, we have admired and supported individuals and organizations driving real change in DEI across the Greater Golden Horseshoe Area. We have contemplated how to honour these trailblazers to encourage the continuity of their invaluable work and encourage others to follow in their footsteps. Greater Golden Horseshoe Diversity Awards is our answer. It is the first event of its kind in the area and is poised to be a game-changer. Through these awards, we aim to shine the spotlight on the trailblazers showing extraordinary dedication to DEI, honour their achievements, and spark inspiration for others to follow their lead in creating environments where everyone can thrive. - Evelyn Myrie, Founder and CEO, EMPOWER Strategy Group.
Submit a Nomination Today!
Nominations are being accepted in the following categories:
Organizational Diversity and Inclusion Leadership:
(Two awards will be presented: Business and Not-for-Profit)
Celebrates organizations or businesses that have demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication to promoting DEI within their workplaces.
Senior Leader Diversity Champion:
Recognizes senior leaders who have been pivotal in driving DEI initiatives, and influencing organizational culture, policies, and practices towards greater inclusivity.
Community Diversity Champion:
Honours individuals who extend their DEI efforts beyond the workplace, actively supporting and engaging with marginalized communities to foster equity and inclusion in the broader society.
Youth Diversity Champion (16-24 yrs.):
Celebrates young individuals who have shown outstanding commitment to advancing DEI. These young champions embody the future of leadership and activism, working to create inclusive spaces within their communities and workplaces.
Award Categories and Criteria
Organizational Diversity and Inclusion Leadership
Description: Celebrates organizations or businesses that have demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication to promoting diversity and inclusion within their workplaces.
Criteria:
Promoted and fostered diversity programs such as mentoring, support networks, internship programs, co-op programs, work-study, diversity training, or other opportunities.
Integrated diversity, equity, and inclusion into the organization's culture and practices.
Developed and implemented inclusive policies and procedures.
Actively engaged employees in DEI initiatives and fostered an inclusive work environment.
Worked to dismantle structures that marginalize or exclude individuals.
Developed management accountability/tracking methods as a means of quantifying the impact of the efforts to increase and maintain DEI.
Created innovative programs or activities to promote diversity and inclusion.
Senior Leader Diversity Champion
Description: Recognizes senior leaders who have been pivotal in driving DEI initiatives and influencing organizational culture, policies, and practices towards greater inclusivity.
Criteria:
Demonstrated strong leadership and commitment to advancing DEI within the organization.
Showed commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment that embraces diverse thoughts, ideas, and perspectives while creating a sense of belonging.
Influenced the development and implementation of inclusive organizational policies and practices.
Fostered an organizational culture that values and promotes diversity and inclusion.
Actively mentored and supported employees from diverse backgrounds.
Served as a champion for DEI both within and outside the organization.
Community Diversity Champion
Description: Honours individuals who extend their DEI efforts beyond the workplace, actively supporting and engaging with marginalized communities to foster equity and inclusion in the broader society.
Criteria:
Actively engaged with and supported marginalized communities.
Worked closely with the community to promote DEI within the community.
Developed and implemented programs or initiatives that promote equity and inclusion in the community.
Worked collaboratively with community organizations to advance DEI goals.
Demonstrated a significant positive impact on the community through DEI/Anti Racism efforts.
Youth Diversity Champion (Ages 16-24)
Description: Celebrates young individuals who have shown outstanding commitment to advancing DEI. These young champions embody the future of leadership and activism, working to create inclusive spaces within their communities and workplaces.
Criteria:
Demonstrated strong leadership in advancing DEI initiatives.
Actively worked to create inclusive spaces within their schools/communities and workplaces.
Developed innovative approaches to promote diversity and inclusion.
Engaged with peers and community members to foster a culture of inclusion.
Served as a role model for other young individuals in the pursuit of equity, inclusion, and anti-racism/anti-oppression.
Nomination Process
To nominate an individual, business or community not-for-profit organization for the Greater Golden Horseshoe Diversity Awards, please complete the online nomination form. The required information includes:
Nominee Information:
Individual Nominee: Name and contact information of the individual being nominated.
Team/Committee Nominee: Name and contact information for each member of the team/committee.
Community Group Nominee: Contact information for a representative of the group, along with information regarding the size of the organization and the scope of its work.
Description of Nominee's Achievements:
A detailed description of how the nominee meets the award criteria, including specific examples that highlight the achievements and contributions of the nominee and the impact of their efforts.
The description should not exceed 800 words (6,000 characters).
Letters of Support:
In addition to the nomination form, a minimum of one (1) and a maximum of two (2) letters of support must be submitted by the nomination deadline.
Each letter must be written by someone other than the nominator and should not exceed 350 words.
Letters may consist of compiled testimonials from various individuals.
Please ensure all materials are submitted by the nomination deadline to be considered for the Greater Golden Horseshoe Diversity Awards.
Nomination Deadline: Wednesday, September 25, 2024
If you have any questions regarding the GGH Diversity Awards, please contact us at gghdiversityawards@empowerstrategygroup.com.
Let's shine a light on individuals, businesses and organizations who have made significant contributions toward building a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.
Don’t miss this opportunity to nominate a deserving candidate for the Greater Golden Horseshoe Diversity Awards.
Proudly presented by the EMPOWER Strategy Group.
About the EMPOWER Strategy Group
EMPOWER Strategy Group empowers people, workplaces, and communities to create inclusive organizations. We provide support to organizations to help them move from ideas to action and We help our partners create an actionable approach that embeds diversity, equality, and Inclusion (DEI) within the DNA of their organization.
About Evelyn Myrie
Evelyn Myrie is an award-winning, influential, and highly respected leader and advocate for DEI. She has over two decades of experience championing and leading a range of roles encompassing DEI and anti-racism across multiple organizations in Canada. Her rich background, demonstrable expertise, and trailblazing work make her an ideal fit to spearhead the Greater Golden Horseshoe Diversity Awards. With her immeasurable impact in government, business, and the non-profit sector, Evelyn has consistently advanced efforts to create inclusive and equitable environments. She is the Founder and Principal Consultant at EMPOWER Strategy Group, where she has successfully led numerous initiatives to promote anti-racism and social justice across Ontario. Her extensive background in community engagement, leadership, and governance, combined with her unwavering commitment to amplifying marginalized voices, ensures that she brings both expertise and passion to the Greater Golden Horseshoe Diversity Awards. Evelyn's dedication to recognizing and celebrating the invaluable contributions of individuals and organizations aligns perfectly with the mission of the Awards.
Greater Golden Horseshoe Diversity Awards and Luncheon
October 2024 | Greater Golden Horseshoe Region
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