Traction from the top
Senior leader support
Best practice is that DEI is supported from the very top of the organisation. Supported by good governance, regular updates and individual accountability for delivering the strategy into the business, a DEI council or committee can super-charge change. We’ve seen these work well when DEI updates are integrated into the regular operating rhythm of Executive Leadership Teams and senior leaders are linked with the DEI strategy by sponsoring employee networks and DEI initiatives.
Perspective Hive offers capability in setting up and managing DEI committees and councils by:
- Establishing Terms of Reference that outline roles, responsibilities, decision-making protocols etc.
- Providing governance protocols.
- Ensuring that there’s representation from across the organisation, including diversity of lived experience.
- Attending meetings to provide external insights about the latest DEI topics and research, as well as advice on strengthening the running of the group.
