CEO Action for Inclusion & Diversity
This was built for leaders who treat inclusion as a business discipline.
CEO Action for Inclusion & Diversity gives you defensible, data-backed guidance to build workplaces that attract talent, reduce risk, and perform under pressure.
Mission Statement
Empower CEOs and HR leaders to build high-trust, high-performing civil workplaces by turning rigorous research into standards, metrics, and actionable solutions that strengthen inclusion and unlock the full potential of a diverse workforce.
Vision Statement
A world of work that works for all — where inclusive cultures are the norm, every person can thrive, and organizations consistently outperform because people feel valued, respected, and able to contribute.
About CEO Action for Inclusion & Diversity
CEO Action for Inclusion & Diversity exists to help organizations manage workplace inclusion as a core business responsibility.
Employers today are operating in an environment of increased legal scrutiny, evolving regulatory standards, and heightened workforce complexity. Inclusion efforts must be grounded in compliance, supported by data, and aligned with operational performance.
CEO Action provides research-based insight, benchmarking, and practical guidance to help leaders build workplaces that are:
- Legally defensible
- Workplace unifying
- Business accretive
Our focus is on the systems and practices that shape how organizations hire, develop, promote, evaluate, and retain talent. We emphasize measurable progress, documented processes, and governance structures that align with current law.
The goal is to equip leaders with clear, data-informed guidance that strengthens trust, reduces risk, and supports sustainable workplace performance.
Resources
Turn Inclusion into Impact
Access strategic guidance and practical tools to align your workforce, amplify leadership effectiveness, and advance inclusion and compliance with the SHRM Inclusion & Diversity Playbook.
I&D Pressure is Rising under New Executive Orders
To help you move from intention to action, SHRM developed the BEAM (Belonging Enhanced by Access through Merit) Toolkit for I&D.
Civility Index
The SHRM Civility Index uncovers what’s really happening in workplaces and how organizations can create cultures where people and performance thrive.
The current SHRM Civility Index score is 48.6, marking a 0.1-point increase since the Q3 2025 findings.
If you’re evaluating policies, governance, or next steps, our team can provide additional information and answer your questions.
Reach us at CEOAction@shrm.org