The International Society of Diversity & Inclusion Professionals Partners with Global Software Prov

May 19, 2011 - PRLog -- CARY, NC (May 6, 2011) – The International Society of Diversity and Inclusion Professionals (ISDIP), the first global comprehensive association for the diversity and inclusion field, spanning all industries and sectors, today announced a strategic partnership with global web-based software provider Insala to implement MOSAIC, Mentors Offering Support & Advice for Inclusion Careers.

The International Society of Diversity and Inclusion Professionals’ 12-month MOSAIC learning program combines virtual mentoring technology implemented by Insala with in-person mentoring. Insala, an ISDIP sponsor, will implement its Hi-Impact Mentoring ® software solution to match and pair novice diversity and inclusion professional members with those who are veterans in the field, track the mentoring process, and measure program results.

The Hi-Impact Mentoring ® solution is a web-based platform of tools and resources for both mentoring program managers and participants. The platform facilitates all aspects of a mentoring initiative, including the application process, matching and pairing, tracking and reporting of program progress, mentor/mentee communication, and more. In particular, it enables organizations with sizable existing and potential mentoring populations to support efficient, accountable, and beneficial programs.

“We're thrilled that, thanks to our strategic partnership with Insala, we're able to provide a world-class mentoring program to our members,” says Dr. Cassandra D. Caldwell, Ph.D., founder and chief executive officer of The International Society of Diversity and Inclusion Professionals. “We believe that mentoring is a key component of professional development and benefits mentees and mentors on multiple levels.”

“We are very pleased to be supporting an organization such as the International Society of Diversity and Inclusion Professionals, with its great mission of providing professional networking, support, and development opportunities for diversity and inclusion professionals worldwide,” says Judy Corner, Director of Mentoring Services at Insala. “We believe that with the help of Insala’s technology capabilities and mentoring expertise, ISDIP will provide a mentoring program that not only fulfills, but exceeds, the expectations and goals of its members.”

Mentors Offering Support & Advice for Inclusion Careers (MOSAIC)

The International Society of Diversity and Inclusion Professionals MOSAIC mentees are individuals with less than five years in their current roles, are high performers, and have the potential to become senior leaders in the diversity and inclusion field.

Mentees benefit from MOSAIC by:


Broadening their diversity and inclusion competence
Networking with fellow cohort members and mentors in the field
Improving leadership skills
Gaining exposure to new networks and industries

Mentors benefit from MOSAIC by:

Creating a legacy
Building strong talent pipelines for succession planning
Gaining exposure to new networks and industries
Reducing turnover
Helping strengthen the diversity and inclusion profession

Applications for the inaugural MOSAIC cohort are due by July 15, 2011. MOSAIC is only open to ISDIP members. The MOSAIC of Mentoring Launch will take place on August 25, 2011 in Research Triangle Park, NC. The MOSAIC Ending Celebration will occur on August 25, 2012 in Washington, DC.

To learn more about MOSAIC program, visit www.isdip.org.

About Insala

Insala is a leading global provider of web-based software for organizations implementing mentoring and talent development initiatives. Insala’s mentoring solutions include mentoring program implementation for corporations and educational institutions, mentoring training programs, and online mentoring software.

For more information, visit www.mentoringtalent.com or www.insala.com.

About the International Society of Diversity and Inclusion Professionals

The International Society of Diversity and Inclusion Professionals (www.isdip.org) is the first comprehensive global professional association that spans across industries and across public and private sectors. The ISDIP views diversity and inclusion through a comprehensive lens that includes four strategic pillars: organizational development, supplier diversity, workforce diversity, and community engagement. Membership is open to all public- and private-sector professionals with diversity and inclusion job responsibilities and/or interests.

To learn more about the International Society of Diversity and Inclusion Professionals, visit www.isdip.org.

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