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1. BIG Works For
You
BIG is the only organization dedicated to the interest of all people...However, African
American public servants in particular.
2. BIG is an Advocate
BIG members speak out on issues affecting the government workplace. Members of BIG
testified before the Congress on legislation reforming the EEO process, racial
discrimination in government, and spoke out on the disparate rate of discharge of African
Americans from the federal service, the national performance review, and downsizing. BIG
members held a hearing on the assault against Affirmative Action.
3. BIG is an Employee Support Group
If you have a problem on the job, your BIG Chapter can be an excellent source for help and
counsel. Many BIG members have had similar experiences and can suggest strategies for
combating adversities. BIG also has a list of experienced attorneys who are willing to
counsel and represent BIG members.
4. BIG is a Professional Development Organization
BIG sponsors a "National Training Conference" annually. Together under one venue
are dynamically renowned National and International leaders and experts from around the
world. They impart their expertise, knowledge, wisdom, guidance and motivational skills
and energies which motivates all in attendance. The wide-range of ethnic governmental
employees who attend the many workshops and training classes come away with renewed belief
and faith in themselves; they are filled with the spirit of "yes I can!" Even
when faced with people who say "no you can't!" You are taught to
"accentuate the positive and shake off the negative" which is what the late Ron
Brown advocated at the 1995 National Training Conference.
5. BIG is a Community Resource
Your BIG Chapter can be a strong force in the community. Many BIG Chapters help fight
community problems such as drug abuse, teenage pregnancy, AIDS, and illiteracy. BIG
promotes and assists in voter registration. The skills you develop on the job can be
invaluable in promoting community activities through your BIG Chapter.
6. BIG is Networking
By becoming a member of BIG, you are becoming a part of an organization that includes
workers from all levels of government and all areas of the public workforce. The National
Training Conference provides opportunity to meet experts from around the country,
employers from other agencies, and pick up information and resources that can help you
professionally and in personal growth.
7. BIG is a Chance To Make a Difference
Together we can accomplish what you cannot do alone. As a member of BIG you can work
toward your goals with people who have similar goals. You can do something about the
institutional and socioeconomic problems you face in the workplace and in the community.
You can use your skills and talents in areas where they are much needed.
8. BIG Keeps You Informed
BIG keeps you up-to-date with the latest developments affecting the African American in
government. From Headquarters in Washington, D.C., the monthly BIG Bulletin and the BIG
Reporter (a quarterly magazine) are published. Various Regions and Chapters publish
newsletters that focus on local issues.
9. BIG Recognizes Your Achievements
Each year at the National Training Conference BIG gives out awards to individuals who have
made major contributions to the goals and objectives of the organization. Regional
Councils and local Chapters recognize such achievements as well. These awards set role
models for excellence in government service.
10. BIG is an Opportunity
BIG is the chance you've been waiting for to step-up and take your place in the loop. To
be a part of the fast-moving events that affect your world in and out of the government
arena. An organization like BIG can speak on your behalf and you can voice your views and
concerns about equality, excellence, and opportunity in government. |
The NIH Chapter meets
every 4th Thursday at 11:30am.