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Implementation‑ready planning for legally compliant, workplace unifying, and business accretive I&D.

SHRM’s Belonging Enhanced by Access through Merit (BEAM) Toolkit empowers HR professionals, executives, and enterprise leaders to implement legally compliant I&D initiatives that drive business performance, innovation, and workforce unity. The toolkit includes: 

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Foundations of I&D

Understand the business case for legally compliant I&D. Learn how to establish new strategies and advance existing initiatives. Access guidance on legal soundness, including executive order requirements and other federal and state laws.

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Organizations that treat I&D as a dynamic, measurable strategy — anchored in fairness and equal opportunity — build trust, retain top talent, and achieve sustainable growth.

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Organizations in the top quartile for workforce diversity are 39% more likely to outperform expectations*

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Organizations in the top quartile for workforce diversity are 27% more likely to exceed financial targets *

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Share of employees that would hesitate to join a company lacking a serious I&D commitment**

*Source: Diversity Matters Even More, McKinsey & Company, 2023. 
**Source: Beyond Backlash: The Continued Benefits of DEI at Work, The Conference Board, 2024.

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The BEAM Framework is built on five core principles.

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  4. Inclusive and Accessible Information: Transparent, broad-reaching communications to ensure equal access. 
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