D&I Implementation in Crisis.

• Position: Director Data

The pandemic, economic uncertainties and social and racial injustice issues are sparking companies around the world to either maintain or accelerate changes to their diversity and inclusion priorities, according to a new report by Willis Towers Watson.

In North America, nearly three-quarters of respondents (73%) have implemented at least one initiative to promote inclusion and diversity at their organizations, with another quarter planning on or considering doing so. About four in 10 companies (43%) have conducted a pay equity analysis. Just under half (46%) have established or supported internal inclusion and diversity networks, and another 32% are planning on or considering doing so. And 44% have increased their communication of policies and benefits that promote an inclusive culture.

Non-executive and executive directors, and non-board member management executives at 168 organizations throughout North America, Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East, were surveyed.

Is your organization considering or planning to take any of the following actions? Action Planning Considering taken action action Establish/support 46% 15% 17%...