"Our culture at Ameren Illinois encourages diversity in thought and action and it's a major reason why we're a successful company today." Ameren Illinois' Employee Resource Groups (ERG) – cross-sectional groups of employees who work together to develop diversity and inclusion initiatives – consist of employees who share a common interest or background, or have concerns about some of the challenges/barriers and opportunities a particular group is facing. They provide an active forum for discussion and exploration of cultural differences, and offer avenues to welcome new employees, develop professional skills, expand networks, perform community outreach and assist Ameren Illinois in reaching its business goals. A few of the company-sponsored ERGs include the Ameren Military-Veteran Employees, Ameren Network of Minority Employees, and Women Influencing Success in Energy.