We heard you, Texas Children’s!
After inviting our team members to participate in the first Amplify Unity pulse survey on diversity and inclusion, more than 2,500 of you raised your voices to share how we can cultivate more open and honest conversations that build trust, respect and understanding.
Based on your votes and the algorithm used by the Waggl pulse survey platform, the top survey responses called out a need for the organization to “increase diverse representation” and “enable equality of opportunity.” You want to “include everyone in the dialogue” and provide “more education on effective communication,” particularly how to handle crucial conversations. You want to see the hiring and promotion of leaders who are “comfortable discussing diversity and inclusion,” and you want us to recognize the “value in diversity of thought” by “listening to a variety of employees” and encouraging participation from those who don’t usually contribute to conversations.
Now, we’re turning your candid and honest feedback into meaningful action that will expand our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion – moving all of us forward in the ongoing journey to ensure a workplace where every team member can feel they are valued and belong. Here’s where we plan to focus our efforts in 2021:
- Building on Our Culture of Inclusion and Belonging
- Helping You Navigate Difficult Conversations
- Overcoming Our Unconscious Biases
- Developing Our Leaders
For details on each area of focus and a full summary of the Amplify Unity pulse survey results, click here or tap the image above.
By participating in the first Amplify Unity pulse survey, our team members showed how much can be learned when we listen to each other and welcome the unique perspectives that make our organization so strong.
Look for additional updates and information about Texas Children’s ongoing movement to support diversity, equity and inclusion among our workforce throughout the coming year.