Catalyst Information Center | Why Diversity Matters

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Research from Catalyst and around the world has found that diversity and inclusion benefit individuals, organizations, teams, and society. This report includes data and findings rom a vast body of research on the benefits of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, with an emphasis on studies published in the last few years. It is organized into four areas in which diversity and inclusion have significant impact:

  1. Talent
  2. Innovation and Group Performance
  3. Reputation and Responsibility
  4. Financial Performance

For a selection of earlier research on this topic, see: Catalyst, Why Diversity Matters (July 23, 2013).

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Large Employer (over 1,000 employees), Mid-size Employer (250-1,000 employees), Small Employer (fewer than 250 employees)

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Informational

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