Getting on board with diversity
This guide helps support diversity of thought and perspective in the boardroom and organisation.
The best boards have diversity of thought and capability, which can improve business performance and innovation.
Embracing diversity does not mean compromising on the skills, experience and professional qualifications of board members. It’s about appointing people on merit who also bring diversity of thought and perspective to enhance board decision-making. This will help drive better outcomes, and long-term success.
This guide gives practical steps to help boards improve board capability, attract and retain the best talent, and lead an inclusive culture that lets diverse thinking thrive.
Five steps for getting on board with diversity
Get on board with diversity by taking an active, conscious and thoughtful approach to how you support diversity in your boardroom and organisation.
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Create an inclusive culture
Take active steps to make a diverse mix of people, with all their similarities and differences, work. Read more
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Recognise and address unconscious bias
Increase objectivity by reducing biased decision-making. Read more
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Review board composition
Get the right mix of people so that ‘the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.’ Read more
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Identify and appoint diverse talent
Cast a wide net to find the best people for the board. Read more
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Set targets and measure progress
Go beyond compliance and measure what matters. Read more