As organizations begin seeing diversity, equity, and inclusion as a need-to-have — and not merely a nice-to-have — they are finding there’s much more to DEI than meets the eye. Diversity alone comprises age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, neurodivergence, and other traits. Then there’s equity, inclusion, belonging, justice, and allyship, all of which have their own nuances and complexities. Talent leaders may well wonder: Where do we even start?
To help simplify that journey, we’ve compiled our best articles from 2023 on DEI. The articles below are meant to demystify core concepts, illustrate what they look like in action, and provide clarity around DEI as a whole.
Must-reads
When Done Right, Diversity Training Does Lead to Successful Change
When DEI is viewed as a business asset with bottom-line value, diversity training can lead to successful outcomes. Here are the steps to take to catalyze behavior change.
Why We Long to Belong, and How to Send Signals of Inclusion
Achieving a universal feeling of inclusion can be challenging for even the most diverse teams, but it can be done with the right skills and habits.
A Better Way to Support Gender Diversity at Work
Employers can play a pivotal role in supporting gender diversity and ensuring everyone feels valued and included. Here are some steps to consider.
Honorable mentions
Equality is about sameness, while equity is about fairness. Let’s all strive for fairness.
Navigating the Gray Area: Bias or Indicator?
Sometimes what we see reflects our own biases. Sometimes, it’s just reality. Here’s how to make that distinction.
