Questions Boards Can Ask to Better Govern Inclusion: How to assess the effectiveness of your DEI program, and what to do next.

• Author: Foutty, Janet
• Position: BOARDBOOK

In recent months, the conversation surrounding diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), specifically in corporate America, has significantly accelerated. However, real progress requires accountability. That is why companies and their leaders must move beyond verbal commitments to DEI and focus on tangible results.

Boards play a critical role not only in setting the tone for an organization's overall inclusive culture, but also in holding management accountable for outcomes. That requires these oversight bodies to be reflective of the diverse stakeholders they are serving...