Cisco employee networks are open to all Cisco employees. They are supported and recognized as critical to the foundation of an inclusive organizational culture. Our networks provide excellent structures and environments for facilitating career development, formal and informal mentoring, and social interaction, thereby creating the safe and enthusiastic work environments that our employees desire.
Employees may affiliate with one or more groups, many of which have chapters in cities across six continents. Current Cisco employee networks include:
- The Cisco Black Employee Network (CBEN) creates and develops an environment for African-American employees to facilitate business excellence, career growth, and positive social action.
- The Conexion (Cisco Latino/Latina Network) promotes the advancement of underrepresented Latinos and other minorities into higher education and provides a networking forum that promotes professional mentorship and increases awareness of career opportunities within Cisco.
- The Gay Lesbian Bisexual Transgender (GLBT) and Advocates Network helps employees achieve their maximum potential and helps Cisco fully capitalize on the talents of our employees, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
- Volunteers for India Development and Empowerment (VIDE) promotes the development of strong bonds within the Indian community at Cisco, fosters cross-cultural understanding, and provides avenues for professional and personal development, achievement, community involvement, and outreach for all employees at Cisco.
- The Cisco Asian-American Network (CAAN) represents the interests of Cisco Asian-American employees worldwide. Launched in July 2005, it is our newest employee network.
