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Why belonging is key to D&I initiatives

Progress on D&I in organisations has been underwhelming and patchy, despite the well-intended efforts, knowledge and passion of those within the profession. So, where is it going wrong?

In this chapter, I will look at why traditional D&I programmes haven’t worked and why belonging must be where organisations focus their efforts for inclusion both now and in the future. The chapter will:

  • help you to understand the psychological need to belong, which we all share, and the consequences of feeling that we do not belong
  • explain why belonging is a critical need in an increasingly divided, uncertain ...

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