16 Oct 2024 - Diversity Equity & Inclusion Special Interest Group Meeting Minutes

[Perelmuter]

Date

2024/10/16 - 12:00pm EST / 5pm GMT

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Agenda

1. OSFF and GH feedback

• feedback and lessons learned
• planning ahead for 2025

2. FINOS local events

• proposal from Sam
• Include FINOS Name in title and alignment to DEI focus
• Ambassador to come up with recommendations for FINOS around DEI event mgmt building on Kaajal's proposal for [DEI Event strawman planning](url Strawman vision & planning for 2024/2025 DEI-SIG events #39):

3. Best practices for FS DEI- NatWest next steps - James & Rhyddian
4. Outstanding items
5. Review of what was achieved to date in '24/planning for 2025

Meeting Minutes

• Rimma encouraged exploring what the group wants to achieve and suggested involving Rhyddian for alignment.
• James McLeod mentioned his connection to Sarah Yendel, emphasizing that collaboration and sharing unique perspectives are crucial.
• Sergio suggested establishing periodic forums for sharing best practices, given legal considerations around proprietary materials.
• James proposed integrating new initiatives into existing NatWest events to reduce scheduling conflicts and enhance attendance.
• Peter introduced a model for event planning that involves defining roles for different stakeholders to enhance collaboration.

Action Items

• James McLeod and Tracy: Check in with Rhyddian to discuss potential proposals and alignment on group objectives.
• James McLeod and Tracy: Explore the possibility of sharing strategic materials with the broader team and report findings.
• Sergio: Establish periodic forums for sharing best practices and lessons learned across organizations, with a proposal.
• James McLeod: Identify opportunities to integrate new proposals into existing NatWest events to enhance efficiency, with suggestions.
• Peter Smulovics: Develop role definitions and responsibilities for event planning.
• Rimma Perelmuter: Relay key ideas from this meeting to Sam to keep him updated on group initiatives.

Meeting Info

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[psmulovics]

Peter Smulovics / Morgan Stanley

[mcleo-d]

James McLeod / NatWest
Tracey Barton / NatWest

[Perelmuter]

Rimma Perelmuter