"We cannot credibly build an inclusive economic system without addressing the fundamental injustice, inequity and violence that disproportionately impact Black people and other People of Colour. As a community of responsible business leaders, we must get to work to move beyond rhetoric and take meaningful action against racism. We recognize that it is not enough to be quietly non-racist — we have a responsibility to become vocal, visible anti-racist leaders in our businesses and communities." Anthea Kelsick, Co-CEO, B Lab US and Canada.
Here in the UK, we are seeing a wave of individuals and businesses using their voices, educating themselves and taking meaningful action to demand change. We recognise that there is a lot of work to be done and to help you to centre justice, equity, diversity and inclusion in your policies and practices, B Lab UK have created this list of resources, guides and examples to help you take action. We will be updating this page regularly, so if you would like to give us any feedback or submit any resources or examples of how you are taking anti-racist action, please contact us at community@bcorporation.uk.
What Your Company Can Do
Below is a collection of best ptractice documents that have been created by B Lab to provide you with guidance on justice, equity, diversity and inclusion.
The Basics of Workplace Diversity & Inclusion
Whether you’re looking to improve your company’s current practices or just getting started, there are a few key elements that go into building a successful Diversity and Inclusion programme.
Growing a Diverse Workforce
Looking to diversify your hiring pool and team? This Best Practice Guide focuses on making your recruiting practices more inclusive, reaching a more diverse pool of candidates, and removing bias from your hiring decisions.
Engaging and Retaining a Diverse Workforce
Learn how to build inclusion into your organizational structure, craft useful professional development programs, create inclusive compensation and benefits structures, and hold your company accountable for the long term.
Using Corporate Governance for Accountability and Inclusion
Helping you determine when a formal Board of Directors is appropriate for your company; and outlines different strategies to recruit board members, particularly focusing on how (and why) to prioritize diversity among your board members.
Resources and examples from the B Corp community
Below are some examples of anti-racist actions and learnings from B Lab and across the global Certified B Corporation community.
Management of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Guidance from various certified B Corps on ways your company can meaningfully measure and manage diversity, equity, and inclusion in your organization with an example Inclusion & Diversity survey from certified B Corporation Culture Amp.
How to host an Open Conversation about Anti-Racism
Whilst we may be tempted to rush to respond with new policies and practices, for long-term meaningful action, we need to take a step back and reflect on our roles as individuals within a system that perpetuates racism. B Lab UK hosted an Open Community Conversation about Anti-Racism and have shared the slides, recording and resources from the event so that you can host your own conversation.
Leading the Way: Inclusion vs Growth at B Inspired London 2019
Amit Gudka, Co-founder and COO at Bulb, shares important learnings about inclusion and diversity in a fast growing business at the B Inspired London 2018 event.
True Team Diversity and Inclusion
Certified B Corporation and recruitment agency. Adlib, share the process that they use to recruit inclusively.
The B Corp Handbook (Second Edition): How You Can Use Business as a Force for Good
By Ryan Honeyman and Dr. Tiffany Jana, this book guides companies on the what, why and how of B Corp certification. The second edition has been expanded and updated to include a much stronger focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because DEI can no longer be a side conversation - it must be a core value for any company that aspires to make money and make a difference.
State of the B (B Lab US & Canada): June 2020
This State of the B explores B Lab US and Canada's actions, statements and strategy around anti-racism and showcases best practices and knowledge-sharing from certified B Corporations TMI Consulting, Ben and Jerry's, Sundial Brands/Shea Moisture and We The Change.
Resources for Leadership and Management
Below are some useful articles and resources for leadership and management teams.
How to Manage Your Teams in Times of Political Trauma
A piece by Michelle Kim on what you can do and say to boost psychological safety in your workplace and elsewhere.
How to Manage When Things Are Not Okay (And Haven't Been For Centuries)
The Management Center shares tips and examples on how to support your staff.
People and Culture Working Group
A working group for B Corps with over 50 employees to share information from an HR perspective and share and learn best practice from their fellow B Corps.
Leading During Traumatic and Triggering Events
A resource by Diversity Equity Inclusiveness Consulting on how managers and leaders can play a role in addressing trauma their employees are experiencing.