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According to research from LeanIn.org and McKinsey & Co, the following initiatives are implemented in companies with leading inclusion scores.
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Yes/NoColour keyMinimumLeading Emerging
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METRIC & GOALSTrack representation and attrition by gender and raceShould be mandatoryMandatory in leading companiesMandatory in best-in-class
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Set goals for representation in management and senior leadership by gender and race
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Set goals for representation in management and senior leadership by the intersection of gender and race (e.g., women of color)
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Begin tracking differences in outcomes between remote, hybrid, and on-site employees
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Track participation and outcomes for employee training and programs
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Survey employees about remote work and flexible scheduling preferences
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Use results of employee surveys to inform programs and policies
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HOLD LEADERS ACCOUNTABLE FOR PROGRESSSenior leadership reviews diversity metrics at least quarterly
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Share diversity metrics publicly
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Provide financial incentives to senior leaders for making progress on diversity metrics
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DE-BIAS HIRING AND PROMOTION DECISIONSTrack differences in hiring and promotion rates
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Set clear and specific evaluation criteria for hiring and performance reviews
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Share bias reminders before hiring and/or performance review processes begin
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Have a bias monitor sit in on candidate reviews for hiring and promotion decisions
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TRAIN MANAGERS ON TOPICS RELATED TO PEOPLE MANAGEMENT AND DEI, INCLUDINGProactively supporting employee career development
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Fostering a sense of inclusion and belonging
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Managing remote or hybrid employees (e.g., setting effective boundaries)
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Facilitating team conversations about diversity issues
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Combating bias in promotions and/or everyday interactions
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Minimizing burnout and/or effectively checking in on employee well-being
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TRAIN EMPLOYEES TO COMBAT BIAS AND PROMOTE INCLUSIONProvide unconscious bias training
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Provide allyship training
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OFFER CAREER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS FOR WOMEN AND WOMEN OF COLORWomen’s employee resource groups (ERGs)
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Formal sponsorship and/or mentorship programs specifically for women and/or women of color
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PROVIDE GENEROUS HEALTHCARE AND CAREGIVING BENEFITSPaid sick leave, family leave, and bereavement leave
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Healthcare coverage that includes coverage for mental health
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Emergency backup childcare for parents
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Subsidies for childcare
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Ability for parents and caregivers to take extended time off and return
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Support for caregivers of sick or elderly adults
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Personal leave for mental health care
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