Transformation programmes offer golden opportunities to bring new ways of working to an organisation. Done well, they can subtly or profoundly change the culture of “how we do things around here”.

Step one is to know what the words “diversity”, “equity” and “inclusion” mean in an organisational context.

“Diversity” is not just demographics. True diversity is where people who bring difference do not have to assimilate into the prevailing organisational culture to succeed, thus giving leaders the opportunity to tap into different ways of thinking. “Equity” recognises that some people face more barriers and therefore need different support and resources to reach the same place as those with fewer barriers. The most powerful barriers are often intangible. “Inclusion” involves bringing differences into decision making, problem solving, and the development of ideas and strategies.

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