BCG’s Latest Thinking on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

How can companies reinforce their competitive advantage while delivering social impact? By zeroing in on where the organization’s capabilities align with a social need.

BCG’s Jean Lee discusses why organizations should be equitable and inclusive—and how the benefits are felt both within and outside the workplace.

Investors often misperceive—and therefore overlook—an ethnic group that’s a growing economic powerhouse in the US.

Finding responsible ways to develop and deploy AI systems is essential. And with the arrival of generative AI, the stakes couldn’t be higher.

This BCG discussion series goes behind the scenes with some of the brightest minds in business as they offer candid takes on how to listen and learn from others, authentic ways of managing stress, and much more.

Talent can be hard to source and retain, even as segments of the US population lack access to satisfying, supportive jobs. Three initiatives are making a difference.

By reshaping the way employees find challenging opportunities, new ITM programs are helping women grow their careers.

Pay, promotion, and benefits have been the traditional carrots for hiring, exciting, and retaining employees. But feeling safe, challenged, and valued at work can be even more important than a paycheck, says Gabi Novacek, a BCG Henderson Institute fellow researching diversity, equity, and inclusion on this episode of "The So What from BCG" podcast.

LGBTQ employees have changed, and companies need to upgrade their HR policies to match. The main challenge? Creating the right working environment.

Organizations can focus their attention on just these four areas to diagnose where they may be falling short in their efforts to meet employees’ needs.

When people with disabilities also belong to other marginalized groups, their feelings of inclusion and satisfaction in the workplace decrease. How can employers address their intersectional needs?

When money no longer buys happiness, companies must rethink their approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

Leading with empathy creates a secure environment that boosts performance and retention—especially for diverse employees.

When people feel safe speaking up in the workplace, says BCG’s Ulrike Schwarz-Runer, innovation and better business outcomes follow.

Explains BCG’s Dinesh Khanna, teams must be able to have open conversations, take risks, and engage in creative conflict.

BCG’s Joe Davis advises leaders to work hard to understand others’ perspectives. Ask yourself: What’s going on in their world that might be driving their thinking?

From 2010 to 2016, Africa was closing the gender gap faster than any region in the world. Challenges such as plunging commodity prices and the pandemic have set that progress back a generation. BCG’s Zineb Sqalli and Phillipa Osakwe-Okoye discuss the hurdles thwarting success in closing the gender gap.

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