Welcoming Environment

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Can DEI Programs Generate Non-dues Revenue?

A look at one group’s antiracist institute that reached more than 800 members.

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Legal Concerns to Weigh for Association-wide DEI Initiatives

Most trade and professional association DEI efforts are unlikely to generate antitrust concern. For those that do, however, it is important to be careful to avoid actions that could be construed as anticompetitive.

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Evolution of Association Culture and Flexibility

The COVID-19 pandemic sparked widespread change to workforce culture. We spoke with four association executives about the changes they made and how their organizations are adjusting to these unprecedented times.

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Better Association Diversity and Inclusion Begins with Understanding

Inside the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation’s journey to winning Association Forum’s Welcoming Environment® Organizational Award.

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5 Ways Associations Can Celebrate Pride Month

Whether hosting an internal celebration or donating to local organizations, associations have plenty of options to show support.

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Establishing a New Normal

Read why “returning to normal” isn’t always a good thing, or even possible. In a post-pandemic world, we must make a new normal.

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New Welcoming Environment® Certificate Program

Association Forum provides the tools and resources needed to create a Welcoming Environment at any organization.

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Association Forum Woman of Influence Award Presented to Mary Lynn Fayoumi

Association Forum is pleased to announce Mary Lynn Fayoumi, CAE, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, president and CEO, HR Source, as the 2021 recipient.

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Undoing Bias: Unconscious Bias Training for the Workplace

The correct approach to unconscious bias training can improve your organization’s DEI efforts.

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The New Leadership Model

Events over the past year have created the need for a leadership approach that focuses on authenticity and empathy.

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