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entire area and some are applications of policy.
When it's an issue that many are facing, such as a
shortage of workers, we can work as a group to find
solutions, or at least share the strategies, each of us
are trying.”
In addition to networking, SAHRA invites
professional guest speakers to share the most
current topics of the field including: ethics,
harassment and discrimination. “We have had
lawyers explain federal laws, such as FMLA;
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors explaining
services they can provide for disabled employees;
representatives from the Department of Labor
explaining legislative updates and research; and
colleagues who share global perspectives and
workplace psychology,” says Gail Ebeltoft.
Developing strong relationships is another
benefit of joining the group. "SAHRA members
are always willing to answer questions and give
advice on what has and has not worked in their
organization,” said Garnet Tisor, SAHRA member.
“It is a comfort knowing that they are always
willing to help.”
SAHRA is always welcoming new members to
share this rewarding, energizing and empowering
experience. Alicia Buckman, SAHRA president,
reports, “SAHRA is a rewarding experience for
everyone, even those not in the HR field. There
are so many resources at your fingertips and the
networking you get is phenomenal.”
Gail Ebeltoft encourages professionals to
join SAHRA, “It's a wonderful organization,”
said Ebeltoft. “It has added immeasurably to my
growth as an HR Practitioner and has enriched my
knowledge of the Dickinson community and the
businesses that operate here.”
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