The new B, in DEIB
You may already be familiar with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I). However, the next evolution is Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). In the past year, you may have seen DEIB. If you are wondering what the B stands for, its belonging. Belonging is the experience of being accepted and treated as a full member of a community by being who they are every day. And why is belonging part of diversity, inclusion, and equity? Recent studies show that 73% percent of respondents stated that fostering a sense of belonging was important to their organization’s success, with 93% agreeing that a sense of belonging drives organizational performance. [i] The main attributes to creating a sense of belonging are [ii] 1.) Comfort – workers should feel comfortable at work, including being treated fairly and respected by their colleagues. 2.) Connection – they should feel connected to the people they work with and the teams they are a part of. 3.) Contr