Employee Engagements & ERGs

Employee Resource Groups at BFW Publishers

At BFW Publishers we value the unique contributions of all our employees and understand the importance of identity, perspective, and community as we show up in our work everyday. We support the work of our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) who provide a framework and a platform for our employees to identify with the voices, issues, challenges, and experiences of the communities they represent. Our ERGs are engaged in providing educational content, celebrating affinity moments, engaging in community issues, and sponsoring career development opportunities for the communities they represent.

AVID@ML

Awareness of Visible & Invisible Disabilities (AVID) provides a forum for BFW Publishers employees to broaden their understanding of people with disabilities by sharing ideas and participating in the disability community. They work to advance awareness and inclusion for people with disabilities at BFW Publishers through education initiatives, support of BFW Publisher's mission of creating a diverse and inclusive community, and the establishment of a safe space for people with disabilities and their allies to share their stories and be heard.

BLACC@ML

Black Leaders Actively Changing Culture (BLACC) exists to meaningfully impact BFW Publisher's products, policies, practices, and programs by supporting and amplifying the perspectives of its Black employees. BLACC provides BFW Publishers employees with safe spaces to communicate about issues and challenges in the workplace, as well as issues facing the black community.

PAAN@ML

The Pan Asian Alliance Network (PAAN) strives to connect, grow, and nurture the diverse voices of the Pan Asian Community through professional development programs and a commitment to sharing employee perspectives that will positively impact BFW Publisher's people, product, and practices.

Proud@ML

Proud@ML promotes the professional growth, development, and sense of belonging for LGBTQIA+ employees at BFW Publishers through outreach that improves LGBTQIA+ representation in our products and the development of a social community focused on mentorship and allyship with other affinity communities within BFW Publishers.

Viva@ML

Viva@ML are a community of colleagues, Hispanic/Latino(a/x) and allies alike, working together to foster a sense of belonging and explore the cultural diversity of BFW Publishers through outreach and education. They help to foster a sense of community and facilitate a safe space for dialogue on issues and challenges in the workplace, as well as issues facing the Hispanic/ Latino(a/x) community.

Women@ML

Women@ML supports and advocates for the personal and professional growth and development of people at BFW Publishers who identify as women through discussion groups, networking and educational events, career training, and volunteer opportunities.

They provide opportunities and safe inclusive spaces for women at BFW Publishers to find their voice; prepare women to be positive role models and to lead at ML, regardless of their position; and offer educational and volunteer opportunities for all women and their allies to help women determine and reach their personal and professional goals.

Village@ML

Village@ML is dedicated to providing a community of support and advocacy for employees who take on the responsibilities of caring for another person. They are committed to creating a space where caregivers can take a moment to prioritize their own well being while also providing support and ideas to help provide the best possible care for dependents. They honor, recognize, and celebrate the diverse identities and experiences of caregivers, and create a safe and inclusive space for all individuals to share their perspectives and ideas.

Mishpuchah@ML

The ERG for Jewish Community and Culture aims to educate their colleagues and the broader education community about Jewish heritage and culture. They aim to create stronger connections and community with the other diverse ERGs that thrive at BFW Publishers. They know many employees may have questions about Jewish culture, why there’s ever-changing days of the holidays, and why Jewish people don’t eat bread during Passover, and hope to answer these and more.