Virtual Networking Groups

Are you looking for a peers and a safe space to share experiences and resources? Benefits & Worklife hosts several recurring virtual networking groups to provide an opportunity for employees to connect with each other as you navigate similar life experiences.

Two new groups launching in 2025

Introducing the Hopkins Village, a back-to-work networking group for new parents. Join a community of colleagues returning to Johns Hopkins after parental leave. Read the Hub article.

The Meeting Menopause with Moxie networking group also kicks off this year on March 5, offering a space for Hopkins employees to share and offer support about menopause and the menopause transition.

See each group’s meeting cadence in the expandable sections below.

Virtual Networking Groups

The Office of Benefits & Worklife hosts several recurring Virtual Networking Groups for employees. These networking groups are an opportunity to connect with Hopkins peers who may be going through similar life experiences. Registration is required. To ensure privacy, these sessions will not be recorded and are only available to Johns Hopkins affiliate employees.

Expand the sections below to learn more about each group.

Adult Caregiving

Caregivers for adults may face financial, emotional, and physical challenges as they navigate the needs or an elderly loved one while managing other life priorities. For those wanting a forum to connect with other Hopkins employees about adult caregiving issues, join this group. Adult Caregiving Networking Group flyer

This group meets the third Wednesday of each month from noon to 1 p.m. EST.

Caring for Children with Disabilities

If you care for a child with disabilities, finding support and integrating your own personal care and everyday needs into your routine can be challenging. This group is an opportunity to connect and share resources with Hopkins peers who may be facing similar challenges in caring for a child with disabilities. Caregiving for Children with Disabilities flyer

The group meets quarterly from noon to 1 p.m. EST on the second Monday of the month.

2025 Meeting Dates: February 10, May 12, August 11, and November 10. Register here

The Hopkins Village: for New Parents Going Back-to-Work

Whether its your first or third child, you are the birth, non-birth, or adoptive parent, the transition back to work is a significant change. If you have been out on leave for a few weeks or a few months, this group is here to provide the resources, connections, and encouragement you need. This group is open to any parent transitioning back to work after welcoming a new addition to their family. The Hopkins Village: New Parent Back-to-Work Networking Group flyer

The group meets the first Thursday of each month from noon to 1 p.m. EST.

Meeting Menopause with Moxie

Moxie is energy, determination, and courage. Menopause can bring a host of challenges but together we can meet menopause with moxie and face those challenges head on. Join other Hopkins employees to discuss experiences and share resources and support about menopause and the menopause transition. Meeting Menopause with Moxie Networking Group flyer

This group meets the first Wednesday of each month from 1 to 2 p.m. EST, beginning March 5, 2025.

New to JHU

Joining a new organization can be an exciting yet daunting experience, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. This group is here to help you connect, collaborate, and grow with other new employees who are acclimating to Hopkins. New employees with under one year of service at JHU are welcome to join. New to JHU Networking Group flyer

This group meets the third Thursday of each month, from noon to 1 p.m. EST.

Retirement Readiness

Are you feeling anxiety, dread, or excitement as you approach your retirement? This is your safe space to connect with other pre-retirees to talk about preparing for your post-work life. Retirement Readiness Networking Group flyer

This group meets the second Friday of each month, from noon to 1 p.m. EST.

Young Professionals

Are you early in your career, or is Hopkins your first professional job? Are you looking to establish or expand your network of peers? Establishing yourself as a young professional brings unique challenges, whether financial, social, emotional, or physical. This group is for those wanting a forum to connect with other Hopkins employees navigating their early career. Young Professionals Networking Group flyer

This group meets the fourth Wednesday of each month, from noon to 1 p.m. EST.

Additional Information

Each group meets during their own regularly scheduled times. You can choose to register for one or all of a group’s sessions as you see fit. A Microsoft Teams Channel for each networking topic has been created for resource sharing and networking.

Please reach out to [email protected] if you would like to: