Diversity, equity and inclusion resources

In its recent letter to Harvard University, the Trump administration appears to make a bold, yet contradictory, demand: uphold merit-based recruitment and admissions, while simultaneously dismantling all Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts. The question that immediately comes to mind is - does the Trump administration even understand what DEI is?

Recently, I supported the South Asian Cricket Academy (SACA) on their tour in Abu Dhabi, where they played a series of cricket matches against First X1 County Cricket sides.

So you’ve done your research and found the diversity and inclusion e-learning solution that meets your needs. That’s half the battle won – but how can you make sure that people are actually going to do it?

Looking for guidance on how to develop inclusive leadership in your organisation? Get science-backed insights and advice from DEI experts.

Leaders have a vital part to play in role-modelling inclusivity, but inclusive behaviours take time to master. Our research shows three behaviours that leaders find particularly tricky.

Inclusive leadership is all about being able to draw out the skills, perspectives and experiences of a diverse workforce and unite them as a high-performing team.

Exclusion at work doesn’t just hurt individuals – it hurts the performance of the entire organisation. Discover why inclusion is good for business.

You've probably heard the term micro-aggressions pop up in conversations about diversity and inclusion (D&I). It's used to describe those subtle, often unconscious comments or actions that can come across as disrespectful or insulting to marginalised groups. Sounds straightforward enough, right? But here's the catch – while the term has gained a lot of attention, it's not without its issues.

We share some simple tips on how to give people a sense of belonging and foster inclusion in your workplace.

Unconscious bias training is a divisive topic that continues to be hotly debated. We weigh up the evidence and take an objective look at what unconscious bias training involves and how effective it really is.

Unconscious bias is possibly the most misunderstood of all the biases, but its impact in the workplace can be huge - and getting to grips with it is the cornerstone of better decision-making and fair treatment.

There are many different types of bias that can affect our judgment, behaviour and decisions. We take a look at some of the most common and examine their impact in the workplace.

Attracting diverse talent is essential for organisations that want to drive innovation, build an inclusive workplace, and stand out as a top employer. From reaching suitable candidates to ensuring they see your company as a place where they can thrive, there are powerful strategies that can help.

Hiring the right talent is critical for business success. Yet, research shows that only one-third of hiring decisions are good ones. The remaining two-thirds result in employees who are either minimally effective or significantly struggle in the role.

Many organisations hesitate to add structure to their hiring process, fearing that too much guidance will stifle managers’ freedom. Others have tried introducing structured methods only to revert to unstructured practices due to lack of adoption. Yet the key to success lies in designing, communicating, and training for effective implementation. Here's how:

Understanding what motivates individuals to be inclusive is key to getting your people to engage with diversity, equity and inclusion and ensuring that you get the best return on your training investment.

Successful inclusion training goes beyond awareness-raising and brings about measurable, sustainable shifts in behaviour. Kandola+ programmes use a science-backed 4-stage approach to behaviour change that gets real-world results.

We take a look at what’s working in the DEI space and what organisations can do to bring about real and lasting change.