Making Sense of DEI Complexity
02/12/24 • 36 min
Making Sense of DEI Complexity, the first in our new Thinking Differently About DEI series.
In this series we explore how we can find new ways to solve the biggest challenges in DEI. This first episode looks at how we can simplify DEI to help our team make sense of the work we are doing and to use our stretched resources in the most effective way. Based on learnings from a broad range of organisations, we share:
- The challenges with how many organisations are taking a “diversity group” first approach to DEI
- A new model to think about DEI from a “foundations first” approach
- How this model can be applied with real life examples including strategy and L&D
📧 Connect with Us
To talk to use about anything culture change or DEI, email us at [email protected]
What you’ll learn about
- 00:01:27 Lack of progress in representation.
- 00:05:06 Making sense of DEI complexity.
- 00:08:05 DEI complexity challenge.
- 00:13:23 DEI strategy from an inclusion first perspective.
- 00:16:16 Strategic pillars in DEI.
- 00:20:09 Focusing on inclusion and strategy.
- 00:23:57 Allyship training and inclusion.
- 00:27:09 Collective problem solving for ERGs.
- 00:30:14 Moving to an Inclusion Foundation's approach.
- 00:34:12 Building a platform for inclusion.
- 00:37:21 DEI work and inclusion foundations.
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Making Sense of DEI Complexity, the first in our new Thinking Differently About DEI series.
In this series we explore how we can find new ways to solve the biggest challenges in DEI. This first episode looks at how we can simplify DEI to help our team make sense of the work we are doing and to use our stretched resources in the most effective way. Based on learnings from a broad range of organisations, we share:
- The challenges with how many organisations are taking a “diversity group” first approach to DEI
- A new model to think about DEI from a “foundations first” approach
- How this model can be applied with real life examples including strategy and L&D
📧 Connect with Us
To talk to use about anything culture change or DEI, email us at [email protected]
What you’ll learn about
- 00:01:27 Lack of progress in representation.
- 00:05:06 Making sense of DEI complexity.
- 00:08:05 DEI complexity challenge.
- 00:13:23 DEI strategy from an inclusion first perspective.
- 00:16:16 Strategic pillars in DEI.
- 00:20:09 Focusing on inclusion and strategy.
- 00:23:57 Allyship training and inclusion.
- 00:27:09 Collective problem solving for ERGs.
- 00:30:14 Moving to an Inclusion Foundation's approach.
- 00:34:12 Building a platform for inclusion.
- 00:37:21 DEI work and inclusion foundations.
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Previous Episode
Increasing Leadership Diversity
Join Kerry Boys and Phil Cross as they delve into the complexities of fostering diversity within leadership teams on the latest episode of ‘Inclusion at Work,’ a Leaders for Good podcast.
In this discussion, they shine a light on the hurdles faced by organizations striving for diverse senior leadership.
They talk candidly about the limited candidate pools and the challenges faced by historically marginalized groups in accessing leadership roles, leading to the current disparities.
Kerry and Phil unpack the various barriers obstructing representative leadership groups, offering insights into the complexities of the issue.
But it's not just about problems; it's about solutions. Tune in as they share practical strategies for achieving genuine diversity and inclusion within leadership.
📧 Connect with Us
To talk to use about anything culture change or DEI, email us at [email protected]
What you’ll learn about
- 00:00:33 Increasing diversity in leadership is important for organizations.
- 00:06:03 Importance of diversity targets.
- 00:10:29 Improving diversity in recruitment.
- 00:14:17 Inclusive hiring drives better results.
- 00:19:02 Focus on diversity and inclusion.
- 00:27:15 Focus on inclusion, not just diversity.
- 00:32:44 Strategic approach to diversity and inclusion.
- 00:34:36 Long-term approach for DEI.
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Next Episode
Effectively Embedding DEI
Effectively Embedding DEI is the second podcast in our new Thinking Differently About DEI series.
In this series we explore how we can find new ways to solve the biggest challenges in DEI. This episode looks at how we can shift away from attempting ineffective ‘transformational’ change to embedding DEI through “1%ers”; small changes that make a big difference.
Based on learnings from a broad range of organisations, we share:
- The challenges with how many organisations are trying to look at DEI as a “bolt on”
- A new model to think about embedding DEI from a “1%ers” approach
- How this model can be applied to your organisation with real life examples
📧 Connect with Us
To talk to us about anything culture change or DEI, email us at [email protected]
What you’ll learn about
00:01:06 - Embedding DEI into Organizations
00:02:31 - Prevailing Attitudes and Challenges in DEI
00:03:15 - The Cycle of DEI Efforts and Incremental Change
00:05:11 - Inspiration from Cycling and Small Changes
00:07:36 - Benefits of Incremental Approach in DEI
00:09:25 - Examples of 1% Changes for DEI
00:14:18 - Strategic Approach to 1% Changes
00:17:13 - Measuring the Impact of DEI Initiatives
00:23:27 - Summary and Next Episode Preview
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