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Organizations can get involved by becoming a sponsor and supporting our work to provide resources and support to companies promoting inclusion and belonging across their workforce, businesses, and industry at large. Contact Yuhi Aizawa Combatti, Director of Workforce & Community Development, at CombattiY@agc-ca.org to learn how you can get involved as a sponsor today.

Belong California is a program of the AGC Construction Education Foundation (CEF), a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation whose mission is to inspire the construction industry to be a place where people belong, grow and build lasting legacies. The initiative comprises a set of resources, toolbox talks, and a collection of DE&I best practices to be considered.

Anyone in or related to the construction industry looking to build, promote, or deepen a sense of belonging within their organization. Whether you chair the diversity committee, are looking to start a task force, or are already moving ahead in your strategic plan, these resources can be leveraged to expand your goals.

Belong California Playbooks serve as comprehensive guides that outline best practices, strategies, and standards for various workplace topics that support continuous improvement, growth, and sustainability within the California construction industry.

The ‘Toolbox Talks’ are microlearnings designed for group discussion on various topics related to DE&I and belonging at work. They can be implemented within a field office, department, or even company-wide.

Learning resources are assets that can be taken back to your organization and adapted for use related to heritage months, research tools, and more.

The AGC Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Forum is open to all member organizations. Forum meetings are held quarterly and serve as a space for you to engage in frank conversations about transforming your corporate structure, policies, practices, and job sites. Contact Kayla Montgomery, DE&I Manager, at MontgomeryK@agc-ca.org to get involved.

The AGC Small/Underrepresented Business (SUB) Forum connects California’s SUB contractors with opportunities, primes, agencies, and industry experts. Invest in the future of our industry by learning, engaging, and growing together. For more information, email Nasim Adeli, SUB Partnership Manager, at AdeliN@agc-ca.org.

Build California, a program of the AGC Construction Education Foundation (CEF), is a comprehensive workforce development program created to inspire, engage and activate the next generation of California’s construction workforce. Their unique approach includes shaping positive perceptions of the construction industry, informing young people and their influencers about the real career opportunities in construction, connecting them to local training programs and employers.

If you’re interested in joining Build California’s efforts and having exclusive access to our resources, materials, and marketing opportunities, contact us here.