“As a recent new hire, I wanted to get connected with my Chartis colleagues right off the bat. By joining an Affinity Group, you gain a sense of community and shared interest with other participants from the beginning. It is a really great opportunity to expand your perspective and contribute to things like Mentorship and Development opportunities alongside members in all corners of the Chartis network.”

“At a minimum, an affinity group is a group of people who have gone through some aspects of life with the same lens as you. Since there’s this baseline understanding, you feel less compelled to explain or contextualize your thinking on certain matters—they already get it. Even more than that, it's a great resource for personal and professional fulfillment. You can meet people from outside your immediate project team or practice who can support you and are great connections as you progress in your career.”

“One of my personal goals is to learn more about the Pan-Asian experience and educate individuals around me. This really aligns with the vision of the PAAG affinity group, which is to 'uphold Chartis as a place in which Pan-Asian Chartisans can bring their whole selves to work, be valued, and receive support to reach their fullest potential.'”