How do you Manage Outreach?

Recruitment and Outreach Are Key to JEDI

• Deliberate and well-thought-out outreach and recruitment campaign 
• Aim for “two in the pool” effect
• Diverse strategies and inclusive messaging
  • combat misperceptions of “who this is for”

A Multi-dimensional Communication Strategy

• Transparent communication 
  • program requirements 
  • selection criteria 
  • past awards

• Broadly recruit candidates using a variety of channels 
  • active, e.g., faculty meetings/events, 
  • passive, e.g., websites
  • long-term view, e.g., grantwriting training

• Signal inclusiveness through language and images

Build a Network of Partners and Amplify Your Impact

• Use program ”ambassadors” and mentors to support your outreach efforts and encourage applications
  • ambassadors: previous awardees, “connectors”, trusted peers
  • mentors: tap existing mentorship programs, facilitate informal mentoring

• Double down on successful practices (collect-analyze-tweak-repeat)

Equitable Recruitment and Outreach Slides