The important roles of equity and inclusion in DE&I

The Essential Role of Equity

Many organizations have adopted or renamed their diversity and inclusion programs as “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.” In this sense, equity addresses the disparities that historically marginalized and/or minority groups have experienced in society and that can carry over into the workplace or even arise in the workplace. This addition of “equity” to the broader concept reflects the important effect that social equity can have on organizations. In this context, “equity“ can refer to, for example, the following:

Social justice – Fairness and equality for all Equal employment opportunity – Freedom from discrimination based on a personal characteristic, often defined by law Fairness in employment conditions – Impartial and just treatment in the workplace

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