Certify & Recognize Your D&I Successes:
Diversity Equity Inclusion Workplace™ Certification!
Getting Diversity Equity Inclusion Workplace™ (DEI Workplace™) Certified is the first step to understanding how your organization is compared to other great diverse & inclusive employers and getting recognized as a great workplace for everyone regardless of how unique everyone is.
By joining this prestigious circle, you'll elevate your company's status as a welcoming haven that embraces the distinctiveness of every team member, championing an environment where everyone can thrive, regardless of their unique qualities.
A Leader in Diversity and Inclusion Only Workplace Certification
- We Specialize in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
- Simple and Productive Certification Process
- Low Certification Cost to you
- Brings Stakeholder DEI Education
- Boost Organization Morale
- Open doors to future projects
A Leader in Diversity and Inclusion Only Workplace Certification
Our team of experienced diversity and inclusion experts has a proven track record of delivering successful diversity-related projects and auditing services for companies of all sizes and industries. We understand the unique challenges facing organizations today, and we have the knowledge and expertise to help you overcome them.
Our commitment to excellence and our extensive experience make us the top industry specialist and authority in certifying companies for diversity and inclusion workplace. We understand the importance of creating a workplace that is inclusive and welcoming to all, and we are dedicated to helping you achieve that goal.
How it works?
Diversity.Social leverages 10 years of research to quantify your inclusive culture and show you how it compares to the best diversity & inclusion organizations.
Step 1:
Collect D&I Data
Collect Diversity and Inclusion Data within your organization.
Collecting Diversity and Inclusion (DEI) data is essential for organizations that are committed to fostering an equitable, inclusive, and diverse work environment. By gathering and analyzing DEI data, your organization can unlock a myriad of benefits and insights, driving meaningful change and ensuring long-term success.
Step 2:
Complete Profile
Provide details about your organization's D&I practices and profile
Creating a comprehensive DEI profile is a strategic step towards showcasing your organization's diversity accomplishments and fine-tuning your future DEI plans. By sharing your DEI successes and outlining your vision for a more inclusive workplace, you'll inspire your workforce, partners, and clients alike.
Get Certified
Meet our benchmark for Certification criteria and you’ll be certified as a Diversity Equity Inclusion Workplace™ leader along with dozen additional recognition opportunities.
Get public and industrial recognitions, obtain great tools to improve employer branding.
What You Get?
Recognition
Recognized as a Certified Diversity and Inclusion Workplace™ for 2 years*
Company Profile
A customized and certified Company profile page to as a Certified Diversity and Inclusion Leader
Promotion Materials
Access to the Certification badge and ways to use the badge.
Top DEI Certified Workplaces Examples
Benefits of Getting DEI Certified
Improve Organizational Reputation
Demonstrate your dedication to DEI improves your organization's reputation among clients, customers, and within your industry. It shows that you're committed to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace, caring about social sustainability, and contributing to a more equitable, diverse and inclusive business environment and community.
Attract and Retain Top Diverse Talent
Being recognized as a DEI-certified organization helps attract and retain top talent. Employees are increasingly seeking workplaces that reflect their values and offer a supportive, inclusive environment. Trusted by recruiters, leaders and businesses, our certification helps you stand out.
Strengthen ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Performance
Achieving DEI certifications underscores your commitment to social sustainability, enhancing your overall ESG performance. This can attract investors, clients, and partners who prioritize responsible and ethical business practices.
Improve Innovation
A diverse and inclusive workplace encourages innovation. Employees who feel valued and included are more likely to share new ideas, leading to creative solutions and competitive advantages.
Improve Your Bottom Line
Organizations with strong DEI practices see improved financial performance. By fostering an inclusive workplace culture, you can drive profitability and growth through better employee engagement and satisfaction.
Enhance Employer Branding and Marketing
Showcase your commitment to social sustainability and equitable opportunities, enhancing your employer brand and marketing efforts. Demonstrate to loyal customers, employees, and potential recruits that your organization values inclusivity and diversity.
Attract Diverse Opportunities and Partnerships
Position your organization as a leader in DEI, making it a magnet for diverse opportunities and fostering valuable partnerships. Our certifications are trusted by recruiters, leaders, and businesses for its comprehensive approach.
Foster Community and Client Trust
Certifications signal to your community and clients that your organization is dedicated to making a positive impact, building trust and loyalty among stakeholders.
Gain Competitive Advantage
Being DEI workplace certified sets you apart from competitors. It shows that your organization is forward-thinking and proactive in addressing diversity and inclusion, which can be a significant differentiator in the market.
Unleash all the employer branding potentials
The journey begins with education, and obtaining a Diversity and Inclusion (DEI) Employer Certification is your key to unlocking the full potential of your organization.
Here's how DEI Employer Certification can help educate your entire workforce and foster an equitable workplace:
Comprehensive DEI Training & Resources
The certification process offers access to a wealth of educational materials, workshops, and expert guidance tailored to your organization. This invaluable knowledge empowers your employees to understand the importance of DEI and drives positive change. In fact, organizations with inclusive cultures are six times more likely to be innovative (Source: Deloitte).
Unconscious Bias Awareness & Mitigation
Did you know that diverse teams make better decisions 87% of the time? (Source: Cloverpop) The certification process helps uncover and address unconscious biases that may hinder collaboration and decision-making. By educating your workforce on unconscious bias, you'll pave the way for better communication and stronger team dynamics.
Strengthen Employee Engagement & Retention
When employees feel included, they are more likely to be engaged, with a 50% increase in retention rates (Source: Catalyst). DEI Employer Certification equips your team with the tools and knowledge to foster a supportive work environment where everyone can thrive.
Ask yourself these inspiring questions to understand the benefits of obtaining industrial recognition through DEI Employer Certification:
- -What if your organization became the gold standard for diversity and inclusion in your industry?
- -How could educating your workforce on DEI principles lead to innovative breakthroughs and drive business success?
- -Can you imagine the positive impact of creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their best?
Attract Top Talent & Boost Your Employer Brand
DEI Employer Certification signals your commitment to an inclusive workplace, helping you attract and retain top talent. By showcasing your dedication to DEI, you'll also enhance your employer brand and appeal to a wider talent pool. Remember, 67% of job seekers consider workplace diversity an important factor when evaluating job offers (Source: Glassdoor).
Create a Ripple Effect of Positive Change
When your organization leads by example, you inspire others to follow suit. By obtaining DEI Employer Certification, you become an industry trailblazer, motivating competitors and partners to join the movement towards a more equitable and diverse future.
Unlock the transformative power of diversity and inclusion in your organization. Start your journey towards DEI Employer Certification today and create a lasting impact for generations to come.
What is the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Workplace™ Certification?
The Diversity Equity Inclusion Workplace™ (DEI Workplace™) Certification is an accreditation that demonstrates to the market that you are an employer of choice while also helping you become an even better workplace through building a diverse and inclusive environment that provides equitable opportunities for everyone. It is considered a services in human resources and DEI, namely, workplace appraisals using a proprietary employee survey and interview techniques, and the offering of advice for changing management's personnel practices and its policies using a proprietary database of best practices
We are extremely proud to be able to provide a DEI audit and evaluation service at the lowest cost possible as we can for a few reasons:
- We specialize in DEI, we do it well, and we have it streamlined. Our experts know what we do at a minimum cost, and we transfer the saving to you to fulfil our goal: building more inclusive workplaces.
- We streamlined our process to make it simple, and effective. We do not offer fancy systems and swags; while we focus on digital delivery with what matters: helping you to become more a proud DEI Employer.
- We are a social enterprise with a goal to create social impact in the workplace, not profit prioritized. We transfer all cost-saving values to our certified employers. We hope to provide a social service.
- Our back office is located in low cost of living locations and operates in a remote diverse environment. Therefore we can take care of our employers while providing you with excellent DEI services.
Our goal is to help you to celebrate your diversity & inclusion efforts and accomplishments; We work very hard to keep our process lean and effective. Our price structure is based on organization size as follows.
Do you have a non profit discount for charities, not for profits, or government organization?
Yes, we do. Please visit our Diversity Equity Inclusion Workplace for Non-Profits.
The Diversity Equity Inclusion Workplace™ certification is our main DEI certification to recognize diverse and inclusive companies against a wide range of diversity and inclusion dimensions, including gender equity, LGBTQ equity, disability Equity, minority equity.
Our diversity dimension specific certifications are focused on specific individual diversity types:
Most Women Friendly Employers™ Certification
The Most Women Friendly Employers™ certification certifies and recognizes your workplace as a women's wellness optimized organization that works hard to improve women's wellness at all stages of their lives.
Most LGBTQ+ Friendly Employers™ Certification
The Most LGBTQ+ Friendly Employers™ certification certifies and recognizes workplaces that provides great LGBTQ2+ wellness and supports to their valuable employees from the LGBTQ2+ community. We evaluate their policies and initiatives to determine if the companies create equity for new, existing, and potential LGBTQ2+ employees.
Most Family Friendly Employers™ Certification
The Most Family Friendly Employers™ certification certifies and recognizes family-friendly workplaces that provide great wellness program and support for families, including single-parent family, as well as family who support senior family members.
Frequently asked questions
Wondering how the certification works?
Dive into our FAQ for some of the most asked questions.
What is the Diversity Equity Inclusion (DEI) Workplace™ Certification?
The Diversity Equity Inclusion Workplace™ Certification offered by Diversity for Social Impact is a recognition given to companies that demonstrate a strong commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment. It helps companies showcase their dedication to creating a positive and inclusive culture.What are the benefits of obtaining the Diversity Equity Inclusion Workplace™ Certification?
When you get the Diversity Equity Inclusion Workplace™ Certification, you'll enjoy several benefits. These include attracting top talent, enhancing your company's reputation, improving employee satisfaction and retention, and demonstrating your commitment to social responsibility.How does the certification process work?
In a nut shell, the certification process involves assessing your company's policies, practices, and culture to ensure they align with DEI principles. You'll need to complete a detailed DEI assessment application, submit documentation, and participate in an evaluation. A DEI Certification Committee consists of DEI experts and leaders from diverse leaders will evaluate your information against our benchmark.Once you meet the criteria, you'll be awarded the DEI Workplace Certification.
What are the criteria for a company to be eligible for the DEI Workplace Certification?
To be eligible for the DEI Workplace Certification, your company must demonstrate commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in areas such as recruitment, employee development, leadership, communication, and community engagement. You'll need to show that your D&I policies and practices promote an inclusive work environment. We also assess your future plans and commitments as well.We encourage companies to show commitments and responses to DEI opportunities.
How long does the certification process take?
The certification process can vary, but it usually takes a few weeks to a few months, depending on your company's size and complexity.A dedicated certification program manager will be assigned to advise and work with you. We work with you to ensure a smooth and efficient process.
How much does the DEI Workplace Certification application cost?
The cost of the DEI Workplace Certification depends on factors like your company's size and the level of certification you're seeking. Please contact us for specific pricing details. You can find out the DEI certification application fee details here.What is the validity period for the certification, and is there a renewal process?
The DEI Workplace Certification is valid for two years. To maintain your certification, you'll need to complete a renewal process, which includes updating documentation and demonstrating ongoing commitment to DEI practices.Are there any prerequisites or requirements for companies to apply for the certification?
You can apply for the DEI Workplace Certification regardless of your company's size or industry. However, you must be willing to make a commitment to improving and maintaining DEI practices within your organization.How does your service help companies prepare for and achieve the certification?
Our dedicated certification program managers provide guidance, resources, and support throughout the certification process.You'll have access to tools and expert advice to help you identify areas for improvement and implement effective DEI strategies.
Are there different levels of certification, and if so, what are they?
Currently, we offer two levels of DEI Workplace Certification.One is a generic DEI workplace certification which considers your overall accomplishments and commitments of DEI and Social Impact.
Another level of certification is to consider you at both the overall and 6 diversity dimension specific certifications together, that include family-friendly, LGBTQ+ friendly, veterans-friendly, women-friendly, as well as disability-friendly certification.
How will the certification and badge be displayed or recognized?
Once you receive the DEI Workplace Certification, you'll be able to showcase it on your website, social media, job postings, and other promotional materials. This helps communicate your commitment to DEI to your stakeholders, customers, and potential employees.Can companies lose their certification, and if so, under what circumstances?
Yes, companies can lose their certification if they fail to maintain or improve their DEI practices or if significant issues arise that contradict the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. In such cases, the certification may be revoked or suspended until the issues are resolved.What industries or sectors are eligible for the DEI Workplace Certification?
The DEI Workplace Certification is open to companies from all industries and sectors. We believe that every organization can benefit from fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment.Can the certification process be conducted remotely or does it require on-site visits?
The certification process can be conducted remotely, using video conferencing, document sharing, and other online tools. In some cases, an on-site visit may be required to get a better understanding of your company's culture and practices.What if I am not sure if we will be certified, is there a way to find out?
If you want to do a DEI assessment first before applying for a certification, you can check out our DEI assessment service. It is highly similar to the application that you will be filling out. With the diversity aeessment service, you can identify opportunities for DEI improvements, as well as prepare you for a successful certification.What are the key components of a successful DEI strategy?
A successful DEI strategy includes clear goals and objectives, commitment from leadership, ongoing employee training, open communication, inclusive policies, diverse recruitment practices, and regular assessment of progress and outcomes.Is there an appeal process if a company disagrees with the certification outcome?
Yes, if your company disagrees with the certification outcome, you can appeal the decision. We'll review the information provided and work with you to resolve any concerns or discrepancies.How do you ensure confidentiality and data privacy during the certification process?
We take data privacy and confidentiality seriously. All information shared during the certification process is treated with the utmost discretion and is protected by robust security measures.Can small businesses and startups also apply for the DEI Workplace Certification?
Absolutely! Small businesses and startups are encouraged to apply for the DEI Workplace Certification. We believe that fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment benefits organizations of all sizes.How do you stay up-to-date with current DEI best practices and guidelines?
We continually research and stay informed about the latest DEI trends, best practices, and guidelines to ensure that our certification process reflects the most current knowledge and standards in the field.How does your certification compare to other DEI certifications available in the market?
Our DEI Workplace Certification focuses on a comprehensive approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring that certified companies meet a high standard of commitment. We offer personalized support, resources, and tools to help you achieve and maintain your certification, setting us apart from other options in the market. Our certification evaluation committee has a combined 140+ years of experience working in diversity and inclusion, EOE, social impact, and equality work.Ready to Get Started?
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