Industry Trends DEI is a Business Imperative
The past three years have shaped Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) issues from a “nice-to-have” to a business imperative. From racial injustice to the pandemic’s impact on families who had to balance (and sometimes sacrifice) work with childcare, homecare and homeschooling, employers and employees alike have taken a hard look at the values that organizations reflect. Consumers, employees, and communities increasingly value diversity, equity, and inclusion. DEI initiatives are now a leading reason that talent want to join and remain with companies . These values differentiate organizations from their competitors and build a company culture of inclusion, pride, and trust. In addition to gender and racial diversity, DEI practices are including LBGTQ and neurodivergent and disabled people. According to SHRM, “Looking into talent placement programs for underserved communities will not only help you fill roles with untapped potential, but also allow your company to give back to the community in a tangible way.”
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