Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEI&A) initiatives help to build sustainable organizations. An internal assessment of their current work environment and culture empowers organizations with the information they need to initiate systemic and structural change. This effort requires the collection, evaluation and analyzation of data.

We worked with organizational leadership to a design a climate assessment strategy for a mid-sized private educational institution. The DEI&A initiative included developing the strategy, outlining the logistical details for every phase of the project, and execution. The project consisted of serval components:  an initial survey, comprehensive survey, data analysis, and personal interviews.  We compiled all information into a final report.

The final report provided the information the institution needs to guide its efforts in creating systemic and structural change.  It detailed both the problems and solutions, according to members of the organization. The report will serve as the foundation for developing strategies and initiatives to address DEI&A challenges. The climate assessment has positioned the  institution to create a more diverse, equitable, inclusive and sustainable organization.