The Winters Group DEI Risk and Readiness Assessment

The way an organization chooses to implement, or not implement, diversity, equity, and inclusion policies can pose legal, reputational, cultural, and compliance risks. Whether you are concerned about recent executive orders or you are concerned about employee engagement and retention, this short quiz can help you determine if a DEI Risk Assessment would benefit your organization.

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* 1. Has your organization reviewed its DEI programs in light of recent legal and regulatory shifts?

Yes, we have conducted a compliance review in the past 12 months.

No, we haven’t but we plan to.

No, and we are unsure how these changes impact us.

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* 2. If your organization reduced or eliminated DEI efforts, do you anticipate employee, consumer, or investor backlash?

Yes, we are already seeing signs of concern.

Maybe, but we haven’t assessed the full impact.

No, we don’t expect significant repercussions.

We did not reduce or eliminate any DEI efforts and remain publicly committed to our DEI policies.

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* 3. Do your employees feel psychologically safe (e.g., expressing concerns/complaints without retaliation) discussing race, gender, or inclusion at work?

Yes, we actively foster a safe dialogue.

Somewhat, but we have had challenges.

No, we avoid these discussions due to discomfort or legal concerns.

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* 4. Has your organization faced formal or informal complaints related to discrimination, exclusion, or bias in the past two years?

Yes, and it was a major concern.

Yes, but it was addressed.

No, not to our knowledge.

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* 5. Do you have metrics tracking DEI progress, engagement, and workforce outcomes?

Yes, we track key DEI metrics and make adjustments.

We track some metrics but don’t use them strategically.

No, we do not collect or analyze DEI data.

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* 6. How would you describe your leadership’s engagement with DEI efforts?

Highly engaged – DEI is a key part of our business strategy.

Somewhat engaged – We have initiatives but limited leadership accountability.

Not engaged – DEI is not a strategic priority.

Actively opposes DEI

The Winters Group DEI Risk and Readiness Assessment

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* 1. Has your organization reviewed its DEI programs in light of recent legal and regulatory shifts?

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* 2. If your organization reduced or eliminated DEI efforts, do you anticipate employee, consumer, or investor backlash?

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* 3. Do your employees feel psychologically safe (e.g., expressing concerns/complaints without retaliation) discussing race, gender, or inclusion at work?

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* 4. Has your organization faced formal or informal complaints related to discrimination, exclusion, or bias in the past two years?

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* 5. Do you have metrics tracking DEI progress, engagement, and workforce outcomes?

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* 6. How would you describe your leadership’s engagement with DEI efforts?

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