This program offers a unique opportunity for your business to conduct assessments that will enhance diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) within your organization. By identifying perceptions and attitudes related to inequities and bias, you’ll be in a better position to create a more inclusive workplace. Improving your DEIA efforts not only strengthens your internal culture but also makes your business more attractive to talented individuals from diverse backgrounds.

The funding provided has no specific limits or payback requirements, allowing you the freedom to allocate resources where they are needed most. By participating, you will not only foster positive change but also contribute to a broader movement towards equality and representation in your industry. This is a chance to implement meaningful improvements that can enhance your institution's reputation and long-term success.

Type of Financing
The financing provided through this program is primarily a grant. This means that the funds do not need to be paid back, giving you the freedom to invest in meaningful changes without worrying about a repayment burden.

Eligible Expenses
You can use the grant funds for various expenses related to conducting institutional climate assessments and developing action plans. This includes costs for validated survey instruments, analysis of findings, and initiatives aimed at enhancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) outcomes in faculty recruitment, hiring, retention, and advancement.

Restrictions & Fees
Funds from this program cannot be used for expenses unrelated to the assessment or action plan development, such as general administrative costs or unrelated project initiatives. Additionally, there are no hidden fees associated with the program, making it straightforward for you to access and utilize the funding effectively.

• Location: Available across the country.
• Sectors: Open to all sectors.
• Employee Count: No minimum or maximum number of employees required.
• Company Revenue: No minimum or maximum revenue qualifications.
• Legal Structure: All legal structures are applicable.
• Profit Structure: All profit structures are applicable.

Disqualifications:

• No specific disqualifications mentioned.

This program focuses on helping your business conduct assessments that look at the internal climate. The goal is to improve diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) within your organization, especially when it comes to faculty recruitment, hiring, retention, and advancement. By understanding perceptions and attitudes about issues like inequities and bias, you can create a more inclusive culture.

Your business can benefit from receiving funding to develop actionable plans that drive positive change. This might include identifying the challenges you face and creating strategies to address them. Enhancing your DEIA efforts could not only improve your workplace culture but also make your organization more appealing to talented individuals from diverse backgrounds.

There is no specific funding limit or payback requirement attached to this initiative, giving you the flexibility to use the resources as needed. Participating in this program allows you to not only enhance your institution’s culture but also contribute to a broader movement towards equality and representation in your industry. This is a valuable chance to make long-term, meaningful improvements while also strengthening your business's reputation.