Special Emphasis Portfolio Resources
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Senior Executive Service (SES) Development Program - Asian American Government Executives Network (AAGEN) - The AAGEN SES Development Program is only open to federal employees, and …is a tuition-free program that offers executive development courses, coaching in mock interviews, individual mentoring, and career counseling for candidates to gain the skills to effectively compete for SES positions.
National Leadership Training Program - Federal Asian Pacific American Council (FAPAC) - The annual training program is a premier training destination for federal employees including DC government and military. The training activity is in accordance with 5.U.S.C chapter 41 and 5 CFR 410.404 and approved by Office of Personnel Management.
- Annual training program to advance Federal careers for women. With over 30 sessions per day, position yourself for exponential growth.
NIH Women in Leadership Training Program - this workshop series is designed to provide women with insights, tools, and strategies to improve their leadership skills and expand their capacity to lead effectively.
NIH Mentoring Hub - NIH is dedicated to promoting continued learning through the vast wealth of knowledge available through mentoring. A more experienced person (mentor) shares knowledge, experience, and wisdom with another individual (mentee). The NIH Mentoring Hub encourages IC's to create a mentor program that is ideal for their workforce with creation of toolkits, best practices, and more.
NIH Mid-Level Leadership Program - The NIHTC offers a multifaceted, mid-level leadership development program that builds a bridge between senior leadership and junior staff. In filling this gap, the Mid-level Leadership Program provides a core component to a deliberate continuum of leadership development for inspired NIH staff.
NIH Senior Leadership Program - The program offers senior leaders at NIH the opportunity to develop leadership skills. The Senior Leadership Program provides a core component to our deliberate continuum of leadership development for inspired NIH staff.
NIH Executive Leadership Program - The Executive Leadership Program offers GS 15 and SES (and equivalent) leaders an opportunity to refine their leadership skills with a small cohort of high-performing NIH executives. Through this 7-month program, leaders will have the opportunity to engage with scholar practitioners via interactive discussions, NIH case studies and experiential exercises. Participants will have the opportunity to directly engage with NIH leadership by working on projects, attending special events and receiving support from peer mentors.
Federal Asian Pacific American Council (FAPAC) - nonprofit, nonpartisan organization representing the civilian and military Asian Pacific American employees in the Federal and District of Columbia governments.
Asian American Government Executives Network (AAGEN) - Asian American Government Executives Network (AAGEN) promotes, expands, and supports Asian American and Pacific Islander leadership in government by holding leadership workshops, senior executive service (SES) development programs, and one-on-one mentoring and coaching sessions.
Federally Employed Women (FEW) - this national private membership organization works as an advocacy group to improve the status of women employed by the federal government and the District of Columbia government. FEW has a national governing board, a regional governing board, and local chapters all over the country.
Gerontological Society on Aging - Participate in the premier annual scientific meeting for cutting-edge scholarship, research, and networking in the fields of aging and gerontology. This year's theme is "The Fortitude Factor". The event will take place in Seattle, WA from November 13 to 16, 2024.
National Center to Reframe Aging - The National Center to Reframe Aging is committed to ending ageism by promoting a just and complete narrative about aging in America. The center is a reliable source of effective communication strategies and tools to present aging problems appropriately. It is the foremost organization in the country, fostering an active community of individuals and groups to raise awareness about implicit bias against older people and influence policies and programs that benefit all of us as we grow old. The National Center is led by The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) and acts on behalf of and amplifies the efforts of the ten Leaders of Aging Organizations.
SACNAS - an acronym for Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science, is a leading organization committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields. SACNAS aims to bridge the gap between current STEM demographics and the true diversity of the population. The organization offers a supportive community that connects members to essential career resources and networking opportunities.
The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) - established in 1929, is recognized as the oldest and most esteemed Hispanic civil rights organization in the United States. With a mission to promote the economic condition, educational attainment, political influence, housing, health, and civil rights of the Hispanic population in the U.S., LULAC has advocated for the rights and improvements of Hispanic Americans.
The National Association of Hispanic Federal Executives (NAHFE) - established in 1980, plays a critical role in championing the representation and advancement of Hispanics within the Federal government, mainly focusing on senior leadership roles from GS-12 to the Senior Executive Service (SES). Born out of a necessity to promote Federal public service among the Hispanic community and to ensure Federal policies facilitate a workforce reflective of the nation's diverse population, NAHFE has dedicated itself to empowering and grooming Hispanic professionals for executive positions within the government.
With its foundation laid by over 40 committed individuals, NAHFE's mission centers around advocating for the inclusion of Hispanics in senior policy-making positions and providing crucial executive leadership and career development training. By focusing on these critical areas, NAHFE supports the career trajectory of Hispanic federal employees and ensures that the federal workforce is enriched with diverse perspectives and leadership styles. NAHFE continues to make significant strides toward achieving a more representative and inclusive Federal workforce through its efforts.
The National Council of Hispanic Employment Program Managers (NCHEPM) - is the premier authority and advocate in the United States for enhancing Hispanic participation and representation within the Federal government. With a legacy extending over 25 years, the NCHEPM has been essential in disseminating critical information and resources. These efforts aim to support Hispanic Employment Program Managers and other DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility) practitioners in forging networks and coalitions crucial for bolstering the recruitment, development, and retention of Hispanics and other underrepresented communities in the federal workforce.
African American Federal Executive Association Inc.(AAFEA) - a non-profit association founded in February 2002 by African American members of the Federal Senior Executive Service. AAFEA promotes the professional development and advancement of African Americans into and within the senior ranks of the United States Federal Government. AAFEA sponsors programs and advocates for policies that enhance the opportunities for African Americans to serve our nation in senior-level positions. AAFEA membership is open to active and retired federal employees in grades GS-13 through SES (or equivalent).
Blacks In Government (BIG) - was organized in 1975 and incorporated as a non-profit organization under the District of Columbia jurisdiction in 1976. BIG has been a national response to the need for African Americans in public service to organize around issues of mutual concern and use their collective strength to confront workplace and community issues. BIG’s goals are to promote EQUITY in all aspects of American life, EXCELLENCE in public service, and OPPORTUNITY for all Americans.
A Union Of, By, and For Government Employees (AFGE) - represents over 750,000 workers in nearly every agency of the federal and D.C. governments, spread across over 900 local unions.
Members are nurses, correctional officers, doctors, Social Security professionals, TSA agents, law enforcement officers, park rangers, and so much more. They represent almost every type of federal employee, the agencies with the highest memberships are the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Social Security Administration, the Department of Defense, and the Department of Homeland Security.
Network of African-American Fellows at the NIH (NAAF) - This group was formed to create an environment of support for African American scientists during their tenure at NIH.
Examining the Asian American leadership gap and inclusion issues with federal employee data: Recommendations for inclusive workforce analytic practices (2022) - a report created by the NIH EDI in partnership with Federation of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Network to raise awareness of Asian American concerns in the federal workforce and how current employment and workforce analytic practices in this domain might contribute to the invisibility.
Combating Hate and Discrimination: Resource Guide (2023) - a compilation of federal resources intended to provide agency leaders and staff, and community leaders, with effective ways to address hate crimes and bias incidents against Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders.
McKinsey & Company Women in the Workplace Annual Report (2023) - this is the largest study of women in corporate America and Canada. The report provides an intersectional look at the specific biases and barriers faced by Asian, Black, Latina, and LGBTQ+ women and women with disabilities.
FEDmanager - a news site and free weekly newsletter providing federal managers, executives, and HR representatives the latest information to manage the nation's largest and most important workforce. From top news stories affecting the federal workforce, to understandable reporting on new regulations, laws and key court decisions, FedManager® delivers unfiltered, unbiased news in an easy-to-read, straightforward format, designed to keep readers ahead of the rapidly changing federal workplace.
African American Federal Executive Association, Inc. (AAFEA), a non-profit association founded in February 2002 by African American members of the Federal Senior Executive Service. AAFEA promotes the professional development and advancement of African Americans into and within the senior ranks of the United States Federal Government. We sponsor programs and advocate for policies that enhance the opportunities for African Americans to serve our nation in senior-level positions.
AAFEA membership is open to active and retired federal employees in grades GS-13 through SES (or equivalent). Equivalent grades for uniformed service members in the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard, Merchant Marines and Public Health Service in the rank of Major and higher or equivalent.FEDmanager.com has been online since 1998, and is proud to be the first, the original, electronic report to serve federal managers and executives.
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GovEx - Government Executive is government's business news daily and the premier digital destination for senior leaders in the federal government's departments and agencies. Our readers are the high-ranking civilian and military officials who are responsible for defending the nation and carrying out the laws that define the government's role in our economy and society.
Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey (FEVS) - an organizational climate survey and assesses how employees jointly experience the policies, practices, and procedures characteristic of their agency and its leadership. Results from the OPM FEVS offers insights into whether, and to what extent, workplace conditions characterizing successful organizations are present in Federal agencies, information important to successful organizational change and development initiatives. The OPM FEVS serves as a tool for employees to share their perceptions regarding critical topics including their work experiences, their agency, and leadership.
Computer/Electronic Accommodations Program (CAP) - supports the Department of Defense (DoD) affirmative strategies and programs to ensure DoD remains a model employer of individuals with disabilities. CAP supports, equips, and empowers individuals with disabilities throughout DoD to obtain equity, inclusion, and accessibility to information and communication technology. CAP provides assistive technology (AT) and employment support services to the Total Force, both DoD civilian employees and Service Members with disabilities. CAP conducts Disability Workplace Needs Assessments throughout the Federal workforce and partners with Federal agencies to attain disability workplace expertise and to identify model disability employment practices for implementation DoD-wide.
EDI Accessibility Website - The EDI Accessibility Page serves as a central hub for all accessibility-related matters at NIH. This encompasses procedures for obtaining a sign language interpreter, requesting Reasonable Accommodations, and accessing Section 508 tools and resources. Apart from offering resources and information, the page also allows NIH employees to submit questions or concerns regarding accessibility within the organization.
NIH Building Accessibility Maps - Access maps of NIH buildings, paths of travel and accessible entrances.