Providing forums for discussion and collaboration among employees of various shared identities can
enhance a company’s diversity and inclusion efforts. These structures, commonly known as Employee
Networks, Affinity Groups, Business Resource Groups (BRGs) or Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), are found in
90 percent of Fortune 500 companies1, and for good reason. They offer employees an opportunity to network,
address common issues and concerns, and receive support from those who share similar backgrounds, interests
or experiences—including people with disabilities.