There is no one-size-fits-all answer to the question of how to ensure that your diversity and inclusion efforts deliver business impact. However, there are some key principles that all organisations should remember to make the most of their diversity and inclusion consulting initiatives. 1. Define what success looks like Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Diversity and Inclusion Initiative

The strategies and processes that organizations use to promote diversity and inclusion and gain a competitive advantage are known as diversity and inclusion initiatives. However, diversity and inclusion initiatives vary from company to company, based on need and potential for improvement (Gonzaga et al., 2020). Some diversity and inclusion leaders believe that diversity and inclusion activities need to go beyond D&I to foster real change. For example, the concept of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (DIB) encompasses a sense of belonging, implying greater efforts to ensure that everyone feels like a worthy part of the community (Mapes et al., 2020) . Equality is part of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), which helps level the playing field for marginalized groups. It emphasizes fair treatment and access to opportunity. According to Graves, many companies are committed to bringing diverse talent into the C-suite, whether it’s for the C-suite in general, such as IT, or for specific groups of people, such as women or entry-level employees. This conscious strategy is not enough. continue…