Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) at Broward College

• Voluntary and welcoming to all employees
• Promote inclusion, cultural awareness, and diversity
• Encourage lifelong learning, growth, and development
• Operate in safe, respectful, and confidential spaces
• Observe Broward College policies, procedures, and core values

1. Gather employees who share common interests
2. Obtain ERG administrative sponsor
3. Complete the ERG application
4. Receive approval from the Talent and Culture Department
5. Promote and market the ERG to attract additional members

1. ERG(s) should be employee-driven and relate to employee interests
2. ERG leaders must secure support from an administrative sponsor (Dean or AVP)
3. ERGs include leader(s) and members/allies
4. Access the tool kit for more details about ERGs and to submit an application

ERG Budget Request Form

Annual Engagement Form

Administrative Support Professionals Network

The mission is to empower and elevate the administrative and executive assistant community at Broward College by creating a collaborative space that promotes the sharing of knowledge and skills.

Dr. David Kenton, Sponsor | dkenton@broward.edu
Kimberly Adams Goulbourne, Sponsor | kadamsgo@broward.edu
Cindy A. Howe | chowe@broward.edu
Giannela Haddad | ghaddad@broward.edu
Francisco Nelson | fnelson@broward.edu

Eagles & Birdies Golf

Eagles & Birdies ERG supports workplace inclusion efforts while strengthening a sense of belonging by encouraging social interaction and conversation through the game of golf, building on a total wellness approach using golf activities to promote physical/social/mental wellness awareness.

Brian Harrison, Sponsor | bharris@broward.edu
Robert Diaz | rdiaz3@broward.edu

Emerging Leaders

The mission of the Emerging Leaders Group is to provide emerging leaders with opportunities for leadership development, access to college and community leadership, and networking opportunities.

Janice Stubbs, Sponsor | jstubbs@broward.edu
Rudy Jean-Bart | rjeanbar@broward.edu
Jonelle Orridge | jorridge@broward.edu

Fun Fleet

To build a sense of community connection among Broward College employees through camaraderie, celebration, and fun.

Sophia Galvin, Sponsor | sgalvin@broward.edu
Alexis Kitchman | akitchma@broward.edu
Katrina Cosme | kcosme@broward.edu

Embracing Multiculturism

Embracing Multiculturalism aims to foster a diverse, inclusive workplace that brings employees together in a safe environment where ideas can flow freely to honor and celebrate multicultural and intersectional identities in our community.

Erica Amorim, Sponsor | epereir1@broward.edu
Melvin Rosa | mrosa1@broward.edu
Richard Pulido | rpulido@broward.edu

LGBTQIA+

To build a sense of belonging for LGBTQIA+ members through activities, communications, and employee bonding.

Scott Miller, Sponsor | wmiller1@broward.edu

Ph.INISHEd.D.

Will support BC employees who are working towards completion of a doctoral degree by providing a supportive environment where best practices and lived experiences can be shared, ideas can be generated, and support can be offered. This supports the ideas of academic excellence and meaningful career opportunities outlined in the College's mission.

Monica Hernandez | mhernan5@broward.edu

Pickleball Legends

Participation in the sport of pickleball can enhance the well-being of employees, foster team building, and provide a fun and engaging way to socialize with colleagues. This activity can improve your physical, and mental health, and strengthen relationships with your coworkers. This can lead to a more positive and productive work environment.

Luz Negron-Alvarez, Sponsor | lnegrona@broward.edu
Zhenyi Neri | zneri@broward.edu
Marilyn Rule | mrulehei@broward.edu
Esther Marte | emarte@broward.edu

PTS Council

To support the personal and professional growth of Professional & Technical Staff (PTS) and develop a network of trust, transparency, and collaboration across Broward College.

Renee Law, Sponsor | rlaw@broward.edu
Avis McCoy | amccoy@broward.edu

Stronger Together: Sisterhood in the Workplace

To bring women together to find support through the spirit of sisterhood and connectedness.

Amoy Reid, Sponsor | areid@broward.edu
Latanya Fisher | lfisher@broward.edu
Luz Negron-Alvarez | lnegrona@broward.edu

VEG

Create a safe place to discuss the benefits of healthy living through plant-based information literacy. To support the mission of Broward College, faculty and staff will learn how to locate, evaluate, and use credible information sources to foster informative discussions, promote wellness, and contribute to lifelong learning.

Karen Parker, Sponsor | kparker@broward.edu
Julien Wray | jwray@broward.edu

Veterans Alliance

To develop professional connections and support for employee veterans representing all service branches.

Contact Talent and Culture for more information
talentandculture@broward.edu