Leaders seeking to hire across all racioethnic groups in order to foster a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace are likely to find that recruitment will become more challenging in the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court decision banning affirmative action in college admissions. Considering candidates from a wider range of institutions rather than favoring graduates of elite universities is among the tactics the author suggests for surfacing high-potential candidates from disadvantaged racioethnic groups.

Data analytics is key to gaining a clear picture of diversity, equity, and inclusion in an organization and designing more effective interventions, but few managers are collecting the right data in the right way. The authors review common missteps and problematic approaches and provide guidance to managers to improve their data collection strategies and practices around DEI.

Leaders must engage with the issue of racism and discrimination, both because of its effect on employees and in order to demonstrate their genuine commitment to diversity and human rights. Here are five actions your organization can take right now to contribute to addressing the national issue of racism and help your employees cope.