The Phoenix Principles: Section 1
Assessment for Organizational Effectiveness on Diversity and Inclusion

The assessment below contains fifty questions that Phoenix uses to measure inclusion success. Use them as a guide to evaluating your organization’s diversity or inclusion accomplishments.

Section 1: The following seriesof statements focuses on the alignment of your organization’s current diversity and/or inclusion initiative with the organization’s business objectives. Please rate each statement to the best of your knowledge.

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  1. My organization is focused on attaining a return on investment for its diversity/inclusion initiative.
  1. My organization’s vision for diversity/inclusion is shared broadly throughout the organization.
  1. My organization keeps current on the changing demographics of the business.
  1. In my organization, diversity/inclusion is viewed as a competitive, marketplace advantage.
  1. In my organization, diversity/inclusion is viewed as a critical and compelling mission for the organization.
  1. My organization’s diversity/inclusion initiative is aligned with the values of the organization.
  1. In my organization, the desired end-state (or outcomes) of its diversity/inclusion initiative is clear.
  1. In my organization, the business case for diversity/inclusion is fully understood by senior leadership.
  1. In my organization, diversity /inclusion is viewed as the “right” thing to do, both morally and socially.
  1. The scope of authority and ownership of the diversity/inclusion initiative in my organization is clear.