Employee Belonging: Integrating DEI, health and wellbeing for truly equitable workplaces

Luke-Matthew Iveson

Integrating DEI, health, and wellbeing is pivotal for fostering employee equity, yet it remains a mindset that many organisations are yet to fully embrace.

In 2015, McKinsey found that companies in the top quartile for racial and ethnic diversity are 35% more likely to have financial returns above their respective national industry median and 15% more likely in the case of gender diversity. DEI is good for business, yet the gap between aspiration and reality remains significant. There is a palpable disconnect between DEI and wellbeing initiatives in supporting employees to feel a greater sense of belonging.

Employee belonging is an essential component for creating a truly equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. It’s also essential for wellbeing and productivity....

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