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At OESA, we strive to treat all people with professionalism and respect. Recent social and racial events have shed light on the necessity for more action and greater accountability relating to diversity and inclusion. OESA is committed to championing the voice of ALL people in the automotive supplier community.
To remind us of this commitment, OESA will be calling attention to the association’s responsibility to create a collaborative and inclusive environment in all that we do. At the beginning of each association gathering, OESA team members will share the following message:
OESA fosters a respectful, diverse, and collaborative community. We are stronger together because we promote inclusion in all aspects of our industry. Please join us by embracing and honoring this commitment.
Additionally, to put OESA’s commitment in action, I am pleased to announce the formation of the OESA Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) Forum. It is open to all OESA members. This forum will meet quarterly to share best practices and gain insight from subject matter experts. Additionally, the forum will develop a shared plan for members to increase diversity & inclusion in their organizations and communities.
The first meeting will be held September 10, 2020, from 10 a.m. to noon via Zoom. Members of the OESA team will share the forum goals and structure. Cheryl Thompson, CEO and Founder, Center for Automotive Diversity, Inclusion & Advancement (CADIA), will discuss the “Importance of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Automotive” and share ways for suppliers to take the first step toward greater diversity. The meeting will end with a round table to discuss current challenges and next steps for the group.
I hope every member will join OESA for this ongoing dialogue. Please ensure your organization attends the meeting on September 10; click here to register.
As always, please feel free to contact me directly at 248.631.9449 or jfream@oesa.org.
With much hope,
Julie A. Fream President and CEO OESA
