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Measuring DE&I: What questions should you be asking in an employee engagement survey?

Written by Acolyte | Jun 23, 2023 10:05:59 AM

Employee engagement surveys are surveys conducted within an organisation to assess the level of employee engagement and satisfaction specifically related to diversity and inclusion matters. These surveys are designed to gather feedback from employees regarding their experiences, perceptions, and attitudes regarding diversity-related issues in the workplace.

The results from these surveys can guide organisations in developing strategies to foster a more inclusive and diverse work environment. They can help identify areas for improvement, measure progress over time, and make data-driven decisions to enhance diversity and inclusion practices.

What types of questions should you be asking?

  1. Inclusion and belonging: These questions assess whether employees feel included, respected, and valued regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disabilities, or other characteristics. It helps identify if employees feel they belong to the organisation and their team.
  2. Perceptions of fairness: These questions explore employees' perceptions of fairness in hiring, promotion, and recognition processes. They help identify if there are any perceived biases or disparities in opportunities and rewards based on diversity factors.
  3. Leadership and management support: These questions gauge the extent to which employees perceive their leaders and managers as supportive of diversity and inclusion initiatives. It helps assess whether leadership is actively promoting an inclusive culture and addressing diversity-related issues effectively.
  4. Work environment and relationships: These questions measure the quality of relationships between diverse employees and their colleagues. They examine factors such as collaboration, teamwork, communication, and interactions among employees from different backgrounds.
  5. Training and development opportunities: These questions evaluate the availability and effectiveness of diversity and inclusion training programs. They assess whether employees feel they have access to resources and development opportunities that support their understanding of diversity-related issues.
  6. Suggestions for improvement: These open-ended questions provide employees with an opportunity to provide suggestions or feedback on how the organisation can enhance its diversity and inclusion initiatives.

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