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Celebrating 10 Years

J2DW Celebrates 10 Years of Promoting Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Safety in the Workplace

Celebrating 10 Years of J2DW’s Vision and Mission for a Better Workplace

 

For Immediate Release

Barrie, Ontario, December 3, 2023 – Journey to Diversity Workplaces (J2DW), a non-profit organization that advocates for diversity, equity, inclusion, and safety in the workplace, is celebrating our 10th anniversary this month. Founded in December 2013 by a group of passionate individuals who wanted to reform the workplace and introduce progressive policies that promote harmony and growth, J2DW has grown into a network of members, partners, and supporters who share our vision and mission.

J2DW believes that the workplace should be a place where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. It believes that diversity, equity, inclusion, and safety are not only moral imperatives but also strategic advantages that foster creativity, innovation, and connectedness. J2DW is not just an organization but a movement that aims to transform the workplace culture and environment for the better.

Over the past decade, J2DW has been involved in various initiatives and activities that support our goals and objectives. Some of these include:

    • Producing a volunteer-run podcast called Diversity on Air, which interviews experts, leaders, and activists who share their insights and experiences on diversity, equity, inclusion, and safety.
    • Publishing a blog called Voices of our Nation, featuring articles contributed by volunteers and summer students who write about their opinions, stories, and research on workplace issues.
    • Hosted amazing speakers such as Paralympic athlete Zak Madell and former PEI opposition leader Hon. Peter Bevan-Baker.
    • Partnering with various organizations and platforms such as OnGood, Charity Village, and VolunteerMatch to increase our reach and impact.
    • Being featured in various media outlets such as the Barrie Advance, Barrie Today, and InDurham to raise awareness and recognition of our work and community.

    J2DW is proud of our achievements and milestones over the past 10 years. It is also grateful for the support and collaboration of our members, partners, donors, volunteers, staff, board members, and advisors who have contributed to our success and growth. J2DW invites everyone to join it on our journey to diversity in the workplace. Whether one is an employer, an employee, or a supporter, one can make a difference by becoming a member, a partner, or a donor. One can also listen to our podcast episodes and read our blog posts to learn more about our work and community.

    J2DW’s motto is “Respecting differences ethically, morally, and legally!” We hope to continue living up to this motto for many more years to come.

    For more information about J2DW, please visit our website at www.j2dw.ngo. You can also follow us on social media platforms such as Facebook, Threads, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, or Mastodon.

    Journey to Diversity Workplaces is a non-profit organization built on improving the business and social environment by championing diversity and the workers within those workplaces. J2DW was formed in 2013 by Founder and CEO Peter V. Tretter with the goal of introducing and maintaining progressive workplace policies. Ideas like higher wages and a four-day workweek are key strategic pillars for J2DW to improve the quality of life and social footprint that businesses have on their employees and communities.

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    Contact:

    J2DW Media Relations
    705-481-1674
    Email us!

J2DW launches diverse podcast

For Immediate Release

Barrie, ON 8 Sept 2022 – Journey to Diversity Workplaces is proud to announce the launch of our brand-new podcast titled “Diversity on Air.” It is being hosted by University of Windsor Master’s student Divine Eke and Oshawa, Ontario resident Shassha Austin.

Winnipeg-based University of Manitoba student Haylyn Agacer is the podcast’s Producer. “Diversity on Air discusses workplace diversity. From major issues to minor ones, this podcast will help you become more knowledgeable about the dos and don’ts in creating a safe and inclusive environment.”

“We are so excited to introduce Diversity on Air to a Canadian and International audience” commented CEO Peter V. Tretter.

Diversity on Air will be available on all major platforms such as Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Journey to Diversity Workplaces is a non-profit organization built on improving the business and social environment by championing diversity and the workers within those workplaces. J2DW was formed in 2013 by Founder and CEO Peter V. Tretter with the goal of introducing and maintaining progressive workplace policies. Ideas like higher wages and a four-day workweek are key strategic pillars for J2DW to improve the quality of life and social footprint that businesses have on their employees and communities.

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Contact:

Peter V. Tretter
705-481-1674
My email address

J2DW Announces Zak Madell as 2022 AGM Keynote Speaker

Barrie, ON, 10 April 2022 – Journey to Diversity Workplaces is pleased to announce that Paralympian and Wheelchair Rugby medalist Zak Madell will be delivering the keynote speech at our 2022 Annual General Meeting on Thursday 12 May 2022 on Google Meet.

Zak Madell is a 3X Paralympian in the sport of wheelchair rugby. He was a member of the silver medal winning team at the 2012 Paralympics in London as well as a member of the 2016 team in Rio, and the Tokyo 2020 games.

Journey to Diversity Workplaces is a non-profit organization built on improving the business and social environment by championing diversity and the workers within those workplaces. J2DW was formed in 2013 by Founder and CEO Peter V. Tretter with the goal of introducing and maintaining progressive workplace policies. Ideas like higher wages and a four-day workweek are key strategic pillars for J2DW to improve the quality of life and social footprint that businesses have on their employees and communities.

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Contact:

Peter V. Tretter
705-481-1674
Email us!

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J2DW Receives Government Grant for First Employees

J2DW Receives Government Grant for First Employees

Diversity Non-profit to Begin Content and Fundraising Strategy

For Immediate Release

Barrie, Ontario, 22nd June 2021 — Journey to Diversity Workplaces is excited to announce the hiring of its first three employees under funding by a grant from the government of Canada.

J2DW has secured a grant from the Department of Employment and Social Development Canada for three student co-op positions to begin work on Monday, 14th June 2021 and scheduled to continue their work through the end of July. Two students will take on the roles of Blogger/Copywriter and one will work as Fundraiser Organizer.

Member of Parliament Doug Shipley commented “It’s nice to be able to support local businesses with summer grants, and J2DW will be able to put that (money) to good use”.

The newly hired Blogger/Copywriters will be developing online content articles and essays to enhance the J2DW portfolio and to bring awareness to the importance of diversity and accommodation in the workplace. J2DW is also aiming to execute three fundraising events over the next two months to support organizational growth and community engagement. The planning and execution will be spearheaded by the new Fundraising organizer, with the assistance of outstanding members of J2DW.

Peter V. Tretter, President & CEO of J2DW is excited to employ local students in the community and “put them to work gaining experience for their future careers!”.

Journey to Diversity Workplaces is a non-profit organization built on improving the business and social environment by championing diversity and the workers within those workplaces. J2DW was formed in 2013 by Founder and CEO Peter V. Tretter with the goal of introducing and maintaining progressive workplace policies. Ideas like higher wages and a four-day workweek are key strategic pillars for J2DW to improve the quality of life and social footprint that businesses have on their employees and communities.

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Contact:

Peter V. Tretter
705-481-1674 
Email us!