Diversity, equality, and inclusion is more than delivering cultural and social impact it’s also about delivering business value. Therefore, I suggest it should be front and centre in our plans to build sustainable and high performing marketing teams – one day maybe we won’t have to architect diversity, equality, and inclusion in, it will be just how we operate naturally.
Our model sets out a method for organisations to review, refine, and develop inclusion practices to build a truly inclusive culture.
Before diving into the model it’s worth having some definitions in mind:
- Diversity is about recognising difference and acknowledging the benefits of having a mix of people and their range of perspectives and experiences. Difference is good.
- Equality is about ensuring that processes and programs are impartial, fair and provide equal possible outcomes for every individual. Everyone should be treated fairly, and the Equality Act 2010 is often cited.
- Inclusion encourages collaborative working and allows for all people to be included, feel welcomed, appreciated, and safe to express who they are. An organisation with an inclusive culture allows employees to think and do things differently, freely share diverse perspectives and experiences enriching those around them.
The core aims of the model is to
- better understand your current diversity & inclusion position
- establish ways to create an environment where people feel a sense of belonging when they come to work where they feel respected and valued for their unique difference
- to address Diversity & Inclusion in the context of improving marketing and marketing team performance
This is one of eight models and guides produced every quarter by the Propolis Experts, each designed to help develop knowledge and drive efficiencies across your marketing campaigns. The full set of models and guides is available exclusively to Propolis members.