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National Coming Out Day was a memorable occasion for EmblemHealth colleagues, thanks to PRISM, our employee resource group for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies. PRISM hosted an inspiring panel, "Be Proud. Be Brave. Be You" where panelists shared their powerful coming out stories, along with invaluable resources and support for those exploring their own coming out experience. Together with our employee resource groups, we continue to foster a workplace where everyone can feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work.
As we celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month, Miguel Sierra shares his pride in his Hispanic heritage and the inspiration he finds in the legacy of Roberto Clemente—a trailblazer on and off the baseball field.
Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) play a vital role in promoting diversity and inclusion within our organization. These groups foster advocacy, allyship, and equity, providing employees with a platform to share their voices and cultivate a sense of belonging. ERGs are instrumental in supporting our mission. In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we spotlight our Hispanic/Latinx ERG, Presente. Presente is dedicated to enhancing the visibility and inclusion of Hispanic/Latinx employees through networking, discussions on impactful topics, and volunteer support. This ERG also provides a space for us to honor and celebrate our rich cultural heritage as a united familia. Fanny Greene, Provider Relationship manager and Presente member, has experience of its members:
Meet Ryan Craft, one of our concierge service specialists, who shares a powerful piece of history about the Stonewall Inn and its pivotal role in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights. Understanding our past helps us appreciate the progress we’ve made and the importance of continued advocacy.
This week we welcomed our 2024 Summer Associates to EmblemHealth HQ! We received over 1,500 talented applicants and selected this remarkable group of 12. Our program this year is more local, providing increased networking opportunities. These Summer Associates will work with our business leaders to develop new skills, gain health care experience, and contribute innovative ideas to our brand and culture. Welcome, Associates! We can’t wait to get to know you.
Meet Krishna Parekh, founder of The Melting Pot, our vibrant pan-Asian employee resource group. Krishna has a passion for connecting people through cultural traditions and experiences and enjoys sharing her Indian heritage with others.
Meet Annie Tse, who shares her experience of growing up Asian-American in the Midwest. Facing challenges from a young age, she strived to blend in, but now proudly embraces her identity.
Great news! EmblemHealth has been acknowledged by Forbes Magazine as one of the best employers for diversity in America. This is Forbes Magazine's seventh annual such list based on survey results from employees working in organizations with at least 1,000 employees within the U.S. More than 170,000 people were asked to anonymously rate their employers and other companies they knew well. Read more here:
As Black History Month came to a close, we continued to celebrate the rich history and ongoing contributions of Black Americans. Hear from Chantell Felder, lead financial analyst and a dedicated member of our Rise employee resource group. Click below to hear Chantell's words.
As Black History Month continued, we’re share more empowering stories from our team. Today, we hear from Natalie Goulbourne, member navigator and a dedicated member of our Rise employee resource group. Click below to hear Natalie's words.
