Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The Importance of Being Equitable in Product Design

Equitable products, built on the concept of human-centered design, increase value by providing a better customer experience and solidifying brand trust.

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Climate Action’s Hidden Opportunities for Women

Climate action has a gender-neutral lens, but this lack of intentionality allows underlying biases to sneak in and negatively impact women. BCG managing director and partner Zineb Sqalli offers solutions for advancing both sustainability and gender equality.

How Google Approaches Supplier Diversity

The tech giant is leveraging an innovative solution, a growth-focused alliance, to increase its purchases from diverse suppliers.

It’s Time to Reimagine Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

To take DEI to the next level, look beyond broad categories of race, gender, and sexual orientation to discover what truly shapes employees’ experiences at work.

Grameen America to Support 80,000 Black Women Entrepreneurs by 2030

BCG engaged with Grameen America, a microloan provider and CDFI, to enhance access to capital for low-income Black female entrepreneurs across the US. In less than a year, the organization disbursed $2.1 million in loans to hundreds of Black women entrepreneurs.

Developing Leaders

The Pandemic’s Lasting and Surprising Effects on Women in Tech

The COVID-19 crisis impacted women in tech differently. Midlevel women saw some benefits—but women of color, in particular, faced new challenges.

Women’s Path to Leadership in Tech

Companies facing intense competition for talent can take concrete steps to attract more women to tech and encourage them on their path to leadership.

Often Tested, Always Proven: The Moments that Made a Leader

This BCG discussion series goes behind the scenes with some of the brightest minds in business as they offer candid takes on how to listen and learn from others, authentic ways of managing stress, and much more.

The Real Reason Diversity Is Lacking at the Top

Companies are spinning their wheels when it comes to building diversity in leadership. Why? Because they are not focusing on the root causes of the problem.

Rethink and Broaden Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to Create a Competitive Advantage

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are deceptively challenging topics that require careful consideration across an organization. They are also key sources of competitive advantage. Here's what it will take for businesses to unlock the rewards.

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Workforce Trends

Internal Talent Mobility Programs Can Advance Gender Equity. Do Yours?

By reshaping the way employees find challenging opportunities, new ITM programs are helping women grow their careers.

When a Paycheck Is Not Enough

Pay, promotion, and benefits have been the traditional carrots for hiring & retaining employees. Gabi Novacek explains how these elements are changing.

A New LGBTQ Workforce Has Arrived—Inclusive Cultures Must Follow

LGBTQ employees have changed, and companies need to upgrade their HR policies to match. The main challenge? Creating the right working environment.

The Payoff for Upskilling Women in STEM

Companies can create the workforce they need—and increase the number of women in STEM leadership roles—by offering women more opportunities to build their skills.

Women Are the X-Factor in New Ways of Working

Today’s agile, collaborative, and people-oriented companies will fare better with leadership that shares those same attributes.

Culture & Engagement

The So What Podcast: The Return on Inclusion Is Real—and Measurable

Nadjia Yousif, BCG’s chief diversity officer, explains how an inclusive workforce creates happier employees who are more likely to stay—and she has the numbers to back her up.

Why the First Year Matters for LGBTQ+ Employees

The first 12 months at a new job are a critical time for LGBTQ+ people to present their authentic selves in the workplace. Those who don’t come out professionally then are likely to remain closeted.

Reinventing Gender Diversity Programs Post-Pandemic

When money no longer buys happiness, companies must rethink their approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

Inclusive Cultures Have Healthier and Happier Workers

Supporting employees’ mental and physical health is critical. So is creating an environment where people can be their authentic selves.

Industry and Regional Insights

Finance Functions Need More Women Leaders. Here’s Why.

Companies can use the disruptive power of gender diversity to elevate innovation, resilience, and financial performance to new levels.

Why Mobility Matters When It Comes to Social Inclusion

Here are five ways to ensure individuals from all levels of society can easily move around cities.

Biopharma’s Role in Achieving Health Equity

Companies can take four steps to address the inequitable health outcomes that marginalized and underserved communities experience in the US.

The So What Podcast from BCG: Are You Bridging or Broadening the Racial Wealth Gap?

To create inclusive workforces and inclusive products, companies must treat inclusion as a business innovation. Bridging the racial wealth gap requires committed resources and responsibilities.