Tours & Talks
“Building Bridges of Understanding since
1995”
In Collaboration With
Islamic Networks Group (ING)
BRIDGES for a Just Community
Presents
Developing Cultural Competency
American Muslims and the Workplace
Designed
for executive officers, human resource managers, diversity professionals and
other corporate leaders, this seminar provides valuable information and resources
for increasing employee performance by improving communications and teamwork
among people of diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds. This seminar, led by Maha Elgenaidi, President of Islamic
Networks Group, begins with a conversation about common stereotypes and other
barriers faced by Muslims in the workplace citing Equal Employment Opportunity
Commission reports and other experiences in a post 9/11 workplace environment.
This will be followed by an overview of Muslim traditions and practices, pertinent
contemporary issues, and their implications for Muslim employees, co-workers as
well as clients. The seminar will also address tips and strategies for
preventing discrimination, as well steps towards building an inclusive and
productive work environment for everyone.
The
afternoon session will be followed by a Guided Tour of the Islamic Center,
including the Mosque, and conclude with a dinner and panel discussion “Inclusion,
Religion, Effectiveness and the Workplace”.
Facilitated by Dr. James Buchanan,
Xavier Brueggeman Center for Dialogue, the business leaders on the interfaith
panel will include Helen Tucker,
Global Director for diversity and inclusion at P & G, Lynnette Heard, CEO of BRIDGES for a Just Community, Jessica
Baron, Sr. Director of Leadership Programs Cincinnati Chamber and Maha Elgenaidi, President of ING., and engage in a discussion around best
practices of diversity, inclusion and leadership in the workplace.
American Muslims and the Workplace Seminar: 4:00 –
5:30 pm
Guided Tour 5:30-6:00 pm
Interfaith Dinner and Panel Discussion: 6:00 –
8:00 pm
Islamic
Center of Greater
For Further Information:
513-755-3280 or islamiccenter@fuse.net
Complete information and mail, fax
(513755-3283) or email registration to islamiccenter@fuse.net Download seminar flyer and
registration
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Seminar Registration Form
Developing Cultural Competency: American Muslims and the
Workplace
Please RSVP by November 11th, 2011
Islamic Center of Greater
Cost:
$50 includes seminar, materials including the DVD “A Visit to a Mosque in
(Program made possible
through in-kind and services donations)
Make
check payable to: Islamic Educational Council
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