Employers
Looking to attract, recruit and retain diverse employees for your organisation? Explore our collection of evidence-based tools and practical guides, specifically designed for the social enterprise sector, to help you foster an inclusive culture that empowers every member of your team to excel.
What Is Diversity?
Diversity reflects the unique identities individuals bring to an organization, encompassing social factors like cultural background, age, gender, LGBTIQ+ status, disability, or faith, as well as professional aspects like role, education, and location. By focusing on self-defined identities and recognizing intersectionality—the overlap of multiple identity dimensions—diversity celebrates the unique perspectives shaped by individuals’ lived experiences.
A truly inclusive workplace is one where individuals of varying ages, cultural backgrounds, genders, and perspectives experience the following:
- Respect: They are valued for who they are and feel comfortable being themselves.
- Connection: They feel a sense of belonging and camaraderie with their colleagues.
- Contribution: They can share their unique perspectives and talents, adding value to the workplace.
- Progression: They have equal opportunities for career development and access to resources.
Why Build A Diverse Workforce?
An inclusive workplace goes beyond compliance—it’s about creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. Diversity and inclusion drive stronger, more innovative organizations and empower individuals to thrive.
People
Today’s workforce values inclusivity, and top candidates actively seek employers who embrace diversity. By cultivating an inclusive workplace, you not only attract skilled professionals but also create an environment where employees feel valued, leading to higher retention and reduced turnover costs.
- 10 times more likely to be very satisfied than workers in non-inclusive teams
- 4 times more likely to feel work has a positive impact on their mental health
- 3 times less likely to leave their organisation
- 5 times more likely to have been given feedback they found useful.
Stats from DCA
Productivity
A diverse workforce brings together individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and problem-solving approaches. This diversity of thought fosters innovation, enabling your organization to develop fresh ideas, adapt to change, and maintain a competitive edge in the market.
- 5 times more likely to be innovative than non-inclusive teams
- 5 times more likely to work effectively together
- 4 times more likely to provide excellent customer service
- 5 times more likely to have members willing to work extra hard to help their team succeed.
Stats from DCA
Profit
Companies with inclusive practices outperform their peers, with studies showing increased profitability, employee engagement, and customer satisfaction. A diverse workforce reflects your customer base, allowing you to better understand and serve their needs while enhancing your brand’s reputation.
- Top-quartile companies with gender diversity were 25% more likely to have above average profitability than those in the fourth quartile
- Top-quartile companies with ethnic and cultural diversity were 36% more profitable than those in the fourth quartile
The most diverse companies are now more likely than ever to outperform less diverse peers on profitability.”
McKinsey report
How do I build a diverse workforce?
Case Studies
Learn from others who have done it – our Case Studies show the impact of a diverse workforce on both the employee and the business
Best Practices
Implement best practices – ensure your company policies reflect the needs of diverse employees
Downloads
Take action – our Downloads make sure you’re ready to hit the ground running.