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Research/Analysis

Our 40+ years of experience ranges from equity-minded research and strategy, psychometric instrument creation, statistical analysis, forecasting, to predicting modeling and testing. We also create/develop differing types of impact reports and feasibility studies. Our goal is to help organizations make better decisions by ensuring that a range of perspectives are considered and valued.

Our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategy is consistent with intentional partnership efforts to create a more inclusive and equitable work environment for all employees, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, religion, and ability, among other characteristics. The benefits of our DEI strategy include:

  1. Improved employee engagement and retention: A DEI strategy can lead to improved employee engagement and retention by creating a workplace culture that values and respects all employees. This can lead to increased job satisfaction, loyalty and productivity.

  2. Increased innovation and creativity: A diverse and inclusive workplace has been linked to increased innovation and creativity. This is because a range of perspectives and experiences can lead to more creative problem-solving and decision-making.

  3. Better decision-making: A DEI strategy can lead to better decision-making by ensuring that a range of perspectives are considered and valued. This can lead to more effective and efficient decision-making and can improve the overall performance of the organization.

  4. Improved market competitiveness: A DEI strategy can improve an organization's market competitiveness by attracting and retaining top talent from diverse backgrounds. This can lead to a better understanding of diverse customer bases and can improve the overall performance of the organization.

  5. Legal compliance: A DEI strategy can help organizations to comply with laws and regulations related to discrimination and equity, such as Title VII and Title IX of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

  6. Positive reputation: A DEI strategy can contribute to the positive reputation of an organization by showing that it values and respects all employees and customers. This can lead to increased brand loyalty and positive word-of-mouth advertising.

Depending on your needs, our approaches to help create a sustaining DEI strategy can include:

  • Conducting a diversity audit to assess the current state of diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization

  • Establishing DEI goals and metrics to track progress

  • Providing training and education on topics such as unconscious bias, cultural competency, and allyship

  • Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce

  • Establishing policies and procedures to address discrimination and bias

  • Creating employee resource groups and affinity spaces for underrepresented groups

  • Incorporating DEI considerations into decision-making processes

 

A DEI strategy is crucial for creating a more inclusive and equitable work environment for all employees. By promoting understanding, empathy, and cultural competency, a DEI strategy can lead to improved employee engagement and retention, increased innovation and creativity, better decision-making, improved market competitiveness, legal compliance, and a positive reputation. Furthermore, it also helps organizations to be more reflective of the society they serve, and to be more responsive to the needs of diverse communities.

 

Want to know more about The Locust Group?

 

Schedule a call with our experts and discuss your business training needs with us in detail.

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