Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategy (DEI)

Strategy that aligns with how your organisation actually works

Most organisations do not need more activity. They need clarity.

We help you see what is really happening across culture, systems, and leadership behaviour, then turn that insight into a practical strategy and roadmap that leaders can deliver.

When strategy work is the missing piece

You might already be investing in inclusion. Training is running. Initiatives exist. Messaging is strong.

But if outcomes feel unclear, trust is mixed, or progress is hard to track, it is usually because the foundations have not been properly assessed. Bias and exclusion often sit inside everyday processes, not in people’s intentions.

Strategy work gives you a baseline, a shared view of reality, and a plan that is measurable.

What this includes

Our strategy work combines a structured organisational review with real consultation. It is evidence-informed, practical, and designed to fit your context.

1) Organisational review

We review the systems and signals that shape people’s experience, such as:

• Policies, procedures, and governance

• Workforce and people data (where available)

• Previous strategies, plans, and reports

• Key documents and communications that shape culture

• Recruitment, progression, performance, and everyday decision-making

2) Leader interviews and stakeholder insight

We speak with leaders and key stakeholders to understand:

• What is working and what is getting in the way

• Where the organisation is aligned or fragmented

• What patterns people are experiencing across the business

• What needs to change first to create momentum

3) Consultation that fits your culture

You can choose a consultation approach that suits your organisation:

• Structured consultation using a maturity continuum and guided questions

• Creative consultation options using art-based methods to support honest input and level the playing field

• A blended approach that uses both

4) Strategy and roadmap design

You receive a strategy that is:

• Aligned to organisational priorities

• Clear on what matters most, and what comes next

• Designed for delivery, not shelf-life

• Measurable, with practical ways to track progress

A different kind of consultation is available

If your organisation is tired of surveys, jargon, and rehearsed answers, we can do it differently.

Creative consultation supports people to contribute in ways that feel safer, clearer, and more human. It helps people move out of defensiveness and into real insight. It is especially useful when:

• trust is fragile

• the topic has become politically loaded

• people are fearful of saying the wrong thing

• leaders need better quality input than what standard engagement methods produce

Strategy options

Full Strategy Build

Best when you need a solid baseline and a clear direction. Includes review, interviews, consultation, maturity assessment, and a tailored strategy and roadmap.

Strategy Refresh

Best when a strategy exists, but it is not landing. We sense-check what is real, what has shifted, and what needs to be redesigned so it becomes usable again.

Rapid Strategy

Best when timelines are tight. We use an off-the-shelf strategy structure, then tailor it to your organisation with targeted engagement so it still has credibility and buy-in.

How we work

Step 1: Set the focus

Clarify what you need this strategy to solve, who it is for, and how it will be used.

Step 2: Review what exists

Desktop review of documents, data, and current initiatives to identify themes, gaps, and risks.

Step 3: Listen properly

Interviews and consultation designed to surface what people are actually experiencing, not just what they think they should say.

Step 4: Assess maturity

A clear view of current maturity across key areas, so you can set realistic priorities and sequence the work.

Step 5: Design the plan

A strategy and roadmap with practical actions, ownership, and measures.

Step 6: Support delivery

Optional support for rollout, leader facilitation, capability building, and governance set-up.

What you receive

Deliverables are tailored, but often include:

• Organisational review summary and key themes

• Maturity assessment and implications

• Strategic priorities and focus areas

• A 12 to 24 month roadmap with sequencing and ownership

• Measures of progress and reporting recommendations

• Optional: communications pack and leader talking points to support rollout

Who this is for

This work is a fit when you want:

• a strategy grounded in reality, not aspiration

• clearer accountability across leaders and functions

• measurable progress you can explain to staff, boards, and stakeholders

• a plan that supports both compliance and culture, without being driven by fear

FAQs

How long does this take?

Most strategy builds run from 4 to 10 weeks depending on scope, access to stakeholders, and depth of consultation.

Will this create more work for our team?

No. We design the process to be low-lift, with clear inputs and minimal disruption. The goal is to reduce noise and bring focus.

Do you only do strategy for large organisations?

No. We scale the approach. The key is clarity of scope and access to the right people.

Can you work with what we already have?

Yes. If you have previous strategies, audits, or action plans, we build from them and make them usable.

Ready to build a strategy that leaders can deliver?

If you want clarity, a baseline, and a practical plan that actually shifts outcomes, let’s talk.