What is a business case?
       A business case presents a need or problem; describes solutions, 
       identifies options, and provides a plan for implementation. 
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                           Benefits of an ERG
       • Members: Career development, greater understanding of organization/agency, confidence, social 
        networking, skills (e.g., project management, teamwork)
       • ERG Leaders: The above plus, increased opportunities for contact with senior leaders and an enhanced 
        profile in the agency/organization, development of leadership skills
       • Workforce: More inclusive workforce with greater awareness of DEIA, greater commitment to and 
        understanding of DEIA, greater opportunities for diversity training and understanding of different 
        populations
       • Senior Leadership: The above plus, access to insightful employees on DEIA and issues of concern, 
        opportunities to work with unique groups as an advocate, champion, or sponsor; enhanced profile as a 
        leader committed to DEIA, and demonstrated ability to work closely and effectively with diverse groups
       • Agency: Employee ambassadors for DEIA and outreach and recruitment, pool of employees to provide 
        support for recruitment, orientation of new employees, insight into employee attitudes and concerns, 
        greater understanding of DEIA which improves reputation among diverse populations
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     ERGs: Working the Business Case
      Cherokee Carroll, Chair, Feds with Disabilities
                 What is Feds with Disabilities (FWD)?
         • ERG was established in 2016                   • Membership:
         • Goals:                                            • Board: Chair, Co-Chair (vacant), 
             • Eliminate prejudice or discrimination           Treasurer, Secretary, Member-at-
               against employees with disabilities             Large (2), and Senior Champion
             • Facilitate good working relationships         • 50+ members from 13 
               among employees regardless of                   divisions/offices, including remote, 
               disability status                               field, and HQ employees; and 
             • Educate policymakers, managers, and             employees with disabilities, caregiver 
               employees about issues of concern in            responsibilities, and allies
               the Federal disability community
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                              Strategic Action Plan
        • Education & Awareness: Enhance workplace inclusion of employees 
          with disabilities.
        • Outreach & Engagement: Strengthen relationships with FWD 
          members, the OPM workforce, and the surrounding disability 
          community.
        • Hiring & Advancement: Encourage the hiring and retention of 
          individuals with disabilities.
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