Safe Space: A Monthly Drop-in Session
Thursday, November 19 | 4:00 p.m.
In our monthly 45-minute drop-in session, we are creating a supportive space centered on what our IT team truly needs right now. Together, we will focus on shaping a healthier team culture, improving meaningful engagement, and addressing workplace stress. Where do you turn when burnout hits or demand spikes? How can we better foster connection, practice self-care, and support one another as an IT community?
Non-Native English Speakers Support Association (NESSA)
Last Wednesday of every other month at 11 a.m. | Next meeting is November 25
NESSA, which stands for "Non-Native English Speakers Support Association," is our identity-based staff support organization. In this group, we welcome multilingual speakers, native English speakers, and English language learners who are interested in supporting, mentoring, and learning from each other. Zoom link
Our group wanted to share an amazing presentation and resource created by Padma Vemula, Language Beyond Borders
DEIB @ 3 | Asynchronous Ed
This month, for our asynchronous education, we're listening to The Element of Inclusion podcast episode, What If AI Is the Most Inclusive Technology We Have Ever Had?. This episode explores how artificial intelligence can serve as a powerful catalyst for workplace equity, neurodiversity support, and breaking down traditional operational barriers. As IT professionals navigating the evolving landscape of technology, this discussion offers valuable insights into how we can thoughtfully evaluate, deploy, and support AI tools to build a more accessible, empowering, and inclusive digital workplace for everyone.
bIT Weekly Meditation | Wednesdays at 12:15 p.m.
Our amazing colleague, Janhavi Deshpande, will be offering a monthly guided meditation practice! Some of you may remember this practice pre-pandemic, and we thought it would be a perfect time to bring this practice back to our community. Zoom link for meditation.