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Employee Survey: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion


Please take a few minutes to complete this survey. To ensure your anonymity, [Company Name] has retained an independent consultant to receive the completed questionnaires and interpret the finding

Using a scale of 1-5, with 5 being strongly agree and 1 being strongly disagree, please select one response for each statement. 

Overall Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Culture5432
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The leadership at this company encourages diversity.
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This company is committed to improving the diversity of employees.°
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This company fosters a workplace that allows employees to be themselves at work without fear.°
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This company respects individuals and values their differences.
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The leadership at this company treats all employees fairly.
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At this company, employees appreciate others whose backgrounds, beliefs and experiences are different from their own.
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Comments or suggestions for improvement:


Using a scale of 1-5, with 5 being strongly agree and 1 being strongly disagree, please select one response for each statement. 
Hiring and Recruitment 
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​This company takes active measures to seek a diverse candidate pool when hiring.
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​There is diversity among the people a job candidate will meet/see on his/her first visit to the company.
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​Comments or suggestions for improvement:
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Using a scale of 1-5, with 5 being strongly agree and 1 being strongly disagree, please select one response for each statement. 
​Career Development 
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​Employees of different backgrounds are treated fairly in the internal promotion process.
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​There is a career development path for all employees at this company.
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​Comments or suggestions for improvement:

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Using a scale of 1-5, with 5 being strongly agree and 1 being strongly disagree, please select one response for each statement. 
Personal Experiences
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​My experiences at this company have led me to become more understanding of differences among my coworkers.
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​Getting to know people with backgrounds different from my own has been easy at this company.
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​Comments or suggestions for improvement:


Using a scale of 1-5, with 5 being strongly agree and 1 being strongly disagree, please select one response for each statement. 
Policies and Procedures 
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​I am aware of and understand the procedures for reporting incidents of discrimination and/or bias in the workplace.
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​I believe the company will take appropriate action in response to incidents of discrimination and/or bias.
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​Comments or suggestions for improvement:


Using a scale of 1-5, with 5 being strongly agree and 1 being strongly disagree, please select one response for each statement. 
Inclusion
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​Employees of different backgrounds interact well in this company.
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​Management of this company demonstrates a commitment to meeting the needs of employees with disabilities.
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​Employees of different ages are valued equally by this organization.
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​Racial, ethnic, sexual and gender-based jokes or slurs are not tolerated at this organization.
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​This company provides an environment for the free and open expression of ideas, opinions and beliefs. 
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​Comments or suggestions for improvement:

 
Using a scale of 1-5, with 5 being strongly agree and 1 being strongly disagree, please select one response for each statement. 
Your Immediate Supervisor 
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​My supervisor is committed to, and supports, diversity, equity and inclusion.
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​My supervisor handles matters related to diversity, equity and inclusion matters satisfactorily.
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​Comments or suggestions for improvement:​


Using a scale of 1-5, with 5 being strongly agree and 1 being strongly disagree, please select one response for each statement. 
Diversity Training 
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​This company has done a good job providing educational programs that promote diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace.
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​Comments or suggestions for improvement:







 

What improvements, if any, can be made to improve the diversity, equity and inclusion efforts at [Company Name]?

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The following questions are voluntary and will be used for analytical purposes only. They will not be used to try to identify any individual. 

 

How long have you worked for [Company Name]?

___ Less than one year

___ One year to less than two years

___ Two years to less than five years

___ Five years to less than ten years

___ Ten years or more

 

What is your age?

___ Under 21

___ 21 to 34

___ 35 to 44

___ 45 to 54

___ 55 or older

 

What is your gender?

___ Male

___ Female

___ Nonbinary


Which of the following best describes your role in the organization?

___ First-level supervisor

___ Manager/supervisor higher than first level (including senior management positions)

___ Not a manager or supervisor


Once you have completed your questionnaire, please return it using the enclosed envelope.

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