Take steps to advance equality
Accelerate diversity, equity and inclusion
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) has become intrinsic to and synonymous with organisational health in today's world. Evidence shows companies that take steps to advance equality not only make a difference to their people and to the communities they serve — but also to their business.
Historically, DEI has occupied a less prominent seat at the corporate table. Today, internal and external pressure is driving companies to commit and show consistent progress. People sustainability and DEI are a key part of the “S” in environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives — and are now table stakes for every business. Organisations that are accelerating progress treat DEI in the workplace like any other core business imperative: having a strategy, engaging stakeholders, tracking and sharing progress, and holding leadership accountable for results.
It’s more critical than ever that companies understand that a DEI strategy is more than a differentiator — it’s foundational to growth and success.
There’s still a lot of work to be done with DEI in the workplace
Upholding diversity, equity and inclusion is the third top HR priority globally for 2023
Yet, less than one third of companies have a DEI strategy
of organisations say they take action to ensure their workforce profile reflects the market(s) in which they operate
of HR leaders have plans to expand benefits to be more inclusive and supportive of all segments of the workforce