Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEI) Topics
Organizational practices and strategies for measuring, implementing, and sustaining diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Covers DEI measurement frameworks, accountability mechanisms, pay equity analysis, representation metrics, inclusive hiring, belonging programs, and connecting DEI initiatives to business outcomes. Includes both technical measurement aspects and organizational culture/policy implementation.
Inclusive Leadership and Diversity Advocacy
Commitment to building inclusive teams, advocating for underrepresented groups, creating belonging for diverse perspectives, and taking action on diversity and inclusion beyond performative gestures.
Diversity Inclusion and Belonging
Covers design, implementation, and stewardship of diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging programs that create fair access and a sense of belonging for all employees. Candidates should be prepared to describe concrete actions such as building inclusive hiring processes, removing bias from selection and promotion, creating equitable advancement opportunities, launching and supporting employee resource groups, designing belonging initiatives and accommodation policies, and delivering training and coaching for managers. The description includes measuring impact through diversity metrics, inclusion surveys, retention and promotion rates, and other outcome indicators, as well as iterating programs based on data. At senior levels, articulate understanding of systemic barriers, cross functional partnership with People Operations and leadership, change management strategies to scale initiatives, handling resistance, and long term approaches to embed equity into processes and culture.
Diversity and Inclusion
Demonstrating genuine respect for and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teamwork and decision making. Includes working effectively with people from different backgrounds, cultures, identities, and perspectives; recognizing and mitigating unconscious bias; creating inclusive environments where all voices are heard; and describing concrete actions taken to support underrepresented colleagues or customers. Candidates should be prepared to explain why diversity and inclusion matter for team performance and customer outcomes, and to discuss participation in inclusion initiatives or approaches to making inclusive decisions.