Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives have proliferated across organisations, but many fall short of creating real change. Here is what the research actually shows works.
Start with Data
You cannot improve what you do not measure. Conduct a genuine pay equity audit and analyse promotion rates by demographic group.
Structural Changes Over Training
Blind resume screening, structured interviews, and diverse hiring panels produce measurable results. Implicit bias training alone does not.
Psychological Safety First
Google's Project Aristotle found psychological safety to be the number one predictor of high-performing teams. Build environments where people can speak up without fear.