The Phases of a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Journey
Every organization may find itself on a different place in their Diversity, Equity & Inclusion journey. We have designed this website to provide information based on three phases of the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion journey.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Foundations
Awareness & Knowledge-Building
Are you finding common language and making a case for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion within your organization?
The initial stage of the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion journey is about building a foundation. Look for resources to:
- Help establish common language
- Affirm the importance of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion for nonprofits
- Develop a shared understanding of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion issues
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Capacity-Building
Capacity Building & Action
Are you ready for Capacity Building & Action?
In the next phase of the journey, you begin to really address Diversity, Equity & Inclusion issues. Look for resources to help determine pathways for:
- Internal changes
- External changes
- And other considerations nonprofits might want to consider along the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion journey
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Sustaining
Celebrating & Giving Back
Would you like to Celebrate & Give Back?
While Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a continuous journey, there is a point where you have implemented your goals and are looking to maintain the capacity to manage Diversity, Equity & Inclusion issues. At this stage you may also wish to reach out and and assist others. Resources and tools to support this include:
- Identifying issues that organizations will need to address over time
- Integrating Diversity, Equity & Inclusion across all facets of an organization’s internal structure
- Considering the external impact of its actions
- Ways for nonprofits to continue to grow, learn, and adapt
- Opportunities for nonprofits to assist other organizations by sharing their experiences and lessons