Nonprofits that prioritize different perspectives are likely more able to meet the needs of the communities they serve and, internally, a deep appreciation of diversity also helps to create a more equitable work environment for employees and volunteers.

Diversity, then, is naturally an important initiative worthy of the time, effort and money it requires to implement; however, managing it and ensuring it’s always top of mind for leaders requires regular internal evaluations. Here, the members of Forbes Nonprofit Council each share one thing nonprofit leaders can do to ensure they continue moving the organization forward in the right direction with regard to workforce diversification.

  1. Embrace New Ways Of Thinking
  2. Make Diversity An Essential Agenda Item
  3. Ground Commitments In The Nonprofit’s Values
  4. Examine The Board's Diversity
  5. Integrate Diversity Throughout The Hiring Process
  6. Reexamine Employment Preferences
  7. Strive For A Diverse Talent Pool
  8. Build Safe Spaces And Community
  9. Actively Even The Playing Field
  10. Understand How Needs Evolve
  11. Ensure Your Staff Reflects The Community
  12. Make Diversity An Organizational Principle
  13. Recognize That Diversification Can Take Many Paths

Read the full article about nonprofit diversity at Forbes.