Online Resources for The Leaders of Faith-Based Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
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These online resources offer further help for ERG leaders.
VIDEO BIBLE STUDIES ABOUT WORK
- These plug-and-play bible studies lead group members through an experience of listening to scripture and relating the Bible to their day-to-day work.
- Watch all videos free on PRS.work
THE TOP 10 CAUSES OF EMPLOYEE TURNOVER AND HOW TO ADDRESS THEM
- “It’s important for people to feel that their own personal values are reflected in company values.”
- Read the top 10 causes of employee turnover
14 REASONS FOR EMPLOYEE TURNOVER IN 2022
- “Roughly two thirds of professionals would reject a new job offer if they had work friends at their current company, says a survey analysis from the Society of Human Resources Management.”
- Read the 14 reasons for employee turnover in 2022
1-HOUR BIBLE STUDIES FOR SMALL GROUPS
- What is the most challenging thing you’re trying to achieve in your work? Who do you need to influence to make it happen? Four biblical principles apply to leading up: Be consistent and faithful in service Be an example Be patient and persevere Be bold at the right time
- Search Small Group Studies
STUDIES ON DISCRIMINATION AT WORK
- Three major religions feel marginalized at work
- 66% Muslims report discrimination at work
- 50% of Jews report discrimination at work
- 33% of Evangelical Christians report discrimination at work
- Read more about studies on discrimination at work
EFFECTS OF DISCRIMINATION AT WORK
45% victims of religious bias said that they were considering leaving their current jobs
PROMOTING RELIGIOUS FREEDOM: A CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
- “New research highlights a significant upside to businesses from a focus on religious freedom. Making religious freedom a part of corporate social responsibility (“CSR”) can produce direct, positive benefits to company operations, improve economic markets, and lead to lasting changes in communities where the human right of religious freedom traditionally lacks roots.”
- Read more about CSR and Religious Freedoms
EXAMPLES OF FAITH AT WORK IN OTHER COMPANIES
- See what other faithful Christians in the workplace are doing at their companies
- Watch video case studies and testimonials about faith at work
CORPORATE RELIGIOUS EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION (REDI) INDEX
- The REDI Index is a benchmarking measure of a company’s commitment to including religion as part of its overall diversity initiatives.
- Access the Index for Religious Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
EUROPEAN LABOUR LAW
- Learn about the religious freedom standards in the European workplace
- European Labour Law from the religious freedom and business organization
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