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Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) - Global Strategic Business Report

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  • 444 Pages
  • February 2025
  • Region: Global
  • Global Industry Analysts, Inc
  • ID: 5519706
The global market for Diversity and Inclusion (D& I) was valued at US$14.1 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach US$27.1 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 11.4% from 2024 to 2030. This comprehensive report provides an in-depth analysis of market trends, drivers, and forecasts, helping you make informed business decisions.

Key Trends and Drivers Summarized

Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) are crucial principles in creating equitable, innovative, and productive workplaces. Diversity refers to the presence of differences within a given setting, encompassing various dimensions such as race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, and cultural background. Inclusion, on the other hand, involves creating an environment where all individuals feel valued, respected, and supported, enabling them to fully participate and thrive. Effective D&I initiatives focus on not only increasing the representation of diverse groups but also fostering an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are actively sought and valued. This approach helps organizations leverage the full potential of their workforce, driving creativity, problem-solving, and overall performance.

The implementation of D&I strategies involves a comprehensive approach that includes policy development, training, and continuous evaluation. Organizations are increasingly adopting formal D&I policies that outline their commitment to diversity and provide guidelines for promoting an inclusive culture. Training programs focused on unconscious bias, cultural competency, and inclusive leadership are essential components of D&I efforts, equipping employees and leaders with the knowledge and skills to support diversity and inclusion actively. Additionally, employee resource groups (ERGs) and mentorship programs provide platforms for underrepresented groups to connect, share experiences, and receive support. Regular assessment and reporting on D&I metrics help organizations track progress, identify areas for improvement, and ensure accountability in their D&I initiatives.

The growth in the Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) market is driven by several factors. Increasing awareness of the benefits of diverse and inclusive workplaces is a major driver, as numerous studies have demonstrated that D&I leads to better decision-making, innovation, and financial performance. The growing recognition of social justice issues and the demand for corporate responsibility have also pushed organizations to prioritize D&I. Technological advancements, such as D&I analytics platforms and training tools, have made it easier for organizations to implement and track D&I initiatives effectively. Additionally, regulatory requirements and industry standards promoting diversity and non-discrimination are encouraging organizations to adopt comprehensive D&I policies. The rise of the global workforce and the need to attract and retain top talent from diverse backgrounds further underscore the importance of D&I in today’s competitive business environment. These factors collectively highlight the dynamic expansion of the D&I market, reflecting its critical role in fostering equitable and high-performing organizational cultures.

Scope of the Study

The report analyzes the Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) market, presented in terms of market value (US$ Thousand). The analysis covers the key segments and geographic regions outlined below.

Segments:

Segment (Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment, Other Segments).

Geographic Regions/Countries:

World; USA; Canada; Europe; France; Germany; Italy; UK; Rest of Europe; Asia-Pacific; Rest of World.

Key Insights:

  • Market Growth: Understand the significant growth trajectory of the Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) segment, which is expected to reach US$8.0 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of a 11.0%. The External Partnerships segment is also set to grow at 10.4% CAGR over the analysis period.

Report Features:

  • Comprehensive Market Data: Independent analysis of annual sales and market forecasts in US$ Million from 2024 to 2030.
  • In-Depth Regional Analysis: Detailed insights into key markets, including the U.S., China, Japan, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa.
  • Company Profiles: Coverage of major players such as Affirmity, AllenComm, Artesian Collaborative, LLC, Atrixware, LLC, Berkshire and more.
  • Complimentary Updates: Receive free report updates for one year to keep you informed of the latest market developments.

Why You Should Buy This Report:

  • Detailed Market Analysis: Access a thorough analysis of the Global Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Market, covering all major geographic regions and market segments.
  • Competitive Insights: Get an overview of the competitive landscape, including the market presence of major players across different geographies.
  • Future Trends and Drivers: Understand the key trends and drivers shaping the future of the Global Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Market.
  • Actionable Insights: Benefit from actionable insights that can help you identify new revenue opportunities and make strategic business decisions.

Key Questions Answered:

  • How is the Global Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Market expected to evolve by 2030?
  • What are the main drivers and restraints affecting the market?
  • Which market segments will grow the most over the forecast period?
  • How will market shares for different regions and segments change by 2030?
  • Who are the leading players in the market, and what are their prospects?

Some of the 152 major companies featured in this Diversity and Inclusion (D& I) market report include:

  • Affirmity
  • AllenComm
  • Artesian Collaborative, LLC
  • Atrixware, LLC
  • Berkshire
  • CABEM Technologies, LLC
  • CTM Unlimited
  • Deloitte
  • DiversityResources.com Inc
  • HR Works, Inc.
  • Korn Ferry
  • OutSolve
  • PeopleScout - A TrueBlue Company
  • PRISM International, Inc.
  • PwC Advisory LLC
  • Spectra Diversity LLC
  • Trupp HR, Inc.

Table of Contents

I. METHODOLOGYMII. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. MARKET OVERVIEW
  • Diversity & Inclusion, A Prelude
  • Diversity & Inclusion in the Workplace: A Fact Check
  • Humanity’s Struggle With Diversity. Why is it so Hard to Achieve Equality?
  • Percentage Share Breakdown of World Population by Race
  • It Makes Sense to Look for Cultural Survival & Importance in the Continued Use of Traditional Languages & Dialects: Global Number of People Speaking Native Languages as of the Year 2023 (In Million)
  • The World is Truly a Global Village: Breakdown of Ethnic Groups As a % of Total Population of Select Countries
  • Prevailing Corporate Sentiments on Diversity & Inclusion (In %)
  • Labor Globalization is the New Reality
  • Globalization Triggers Migration of Skilled Labor to Developed Countries
  • Attracting & Retaining Globally Mobile Skilled Migrants is the New Norm: Immigrant Workers as % of Total Labor Force in Developed Countries for the Years 1980, 1990, 2000, 2010, 2020, and 2023
  • The Current State of Diversity in the U.S., A Land of Cultural Diversity
  • What Does this Mean for Companies? It Means the Dawn of a New Era of D&I is Upon the Corporate World
  • D&I Percentage Score (%) of Major Companies: 2024
  • Reimagining Workforce Planning to Achieve Competitive Advantage in the Post-COVID-19 Era
  • Corporate Roles & Opportunities for Diversity & Inclusion is Increasing by the Day: % Increase in Diversity & Leadership Roles & Titles on LinkedIn 2015 Vs 2023
  • It’s Only the Marginalized Who Appreciate the Value of Business Diversity: % of White People & People of Color Who Believe Business Diversity Is Not Crucial for Professional Success
  • How Diversity, Equity, AND Inclusion Has Been Evolving in Recent Years
  • Here’s Evidence that Workplace Diversity Attracts Top Talent: % of Job Seekers Who Consider Diverse Workforce Before Accepting Job Offers
  • Want to Increase Profitability Then Its Time to See How Diverse Your Workforce Is: Revenue Performance of Companies With High & Low Diversity Scores
  • Economic Benefits of Diverse Workforce & Inclusive Work Environment Are Well Acknowledged Facts
  • Including ALL in the Fold, Here’s What Companies Do Not Know
  • A Recap of Challenges Plaguing Successful Implementation of D&I Programs
  • Symptoms of a Workplace Lacking D&I
  • Microaggression, the Often Overlooked Yet Critical Symptom of a Non-Inclusive Work Environment
  • What Can Companies to Do to Achieve their D&I Goals?
  • Implement D&I Best Practices in the Workplace
  • Acknowledging the Fact that Inclusive Leadership Vital to Success
  • Role of Manager Training & Bias Awareness in Achieving D&I Goals
  • Identifying & Addressing D&I Challenges
  • World Brands
  • Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2024 (E)
  • Recent Market Activity
  • Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2024 (E)
2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
  • Current State of Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) Worldwide: A Review
  • Top Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Trends for 2024 and Beyond
  • How Diversity and Inclusion Technology Can Bring Organizational-Level Changes
  • Diversity Hiring Picks Up as Millennial and Gen Z Job Seekers Prefer Companies with Workplace Diversity
  • Global Workforce Composition: % Breakdown of Male Vs Female Employees as of the Year 2023
  • Gender Disparity of People in Leadership Role Continues to Remain: Gender of People in Managerial & CEO Roles in Fortune 500 Companies as of the Year 2023
  • US Workforce Composition by Generation for Years 2023 & 2026
  • Racial Discrimination Still Remains Rife in Workplaces
  • Despite the Fact Diversity is Beneficial for a Company, the Reality is that Corporate Leaders Remain White & Male: Representation of Workforce in the U.S. by Role, Gender & Race as of the Year 2023
  • US Workforce Composition by Race and Ethnicity: 2024
  • What is Racial Discrimination?
  • Racism Remains the Bitter Reality Despite Laws
  • Slow Progress: Racism Continues to Survive & Thrive
  • Sexism & Racism: A Tough Combination for Women of Color
  • Ways to Effectively Deal with Racial Discrimination at Workplaces
  • Female Empowerment Improves as Evidenced by Increasing Share in Leadership Roles
  • Creating a More LGBTQ Inclusive Workplace?
  • Composition of LGBTQ Workforce (In %) by Age Group as of the Year 2023
  • % of LGBTQ Workforce Who Experience Discrimination in the Workplace
  • Important Role of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) in Achieving Diversity in the Workplace
  • Technology Comes to the Aid of D&I Implementation
  • Technological Interventions Expedite D&I Initiatives
  • Advanced Technology Covers Diverse Aspects of D&I Initiatives
  • AI to Gain Strong Adoption to Facilitate DEI
  • Using AI to Eliminate Biases
  • Innovator Diversity Key for Sustainable Innovation - But Is the System There Yet?
  • Variegated Teams for Fostering Innovation in Organizations
  • Special Focus on DEI in the US TV & Film Industry
  • Hollywood is Far from Adequately Representing Minority Groups
  • Damaging Impact of “Gone With The Wind” On Hollywood Racism
  • Black Representation In The U.S Film Industry: A Special Focus
  • Overcoming Challenges. Here’s How It Can Be Done
  • Gender Disparity in Hollywood
  • What Better Indication of Rampant Sexual Objectification of Women Than This! Salaries of Hollywood Stars by Age and Gender (In US$ 000s)
  • Diverse Films Generate More Revenues! It’s a Fact
  • What are the Solutions to Encourage & Build Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Movie Industry?
4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
  • TABLE 1: World Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Market Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030
  • TABLE 2: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 3: World 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets for Years 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 4: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 5: World 6-Year Perspective for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 6: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for External Partnerships by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 7: World 6-Year Perspective for External Partnerships by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 8: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Training & Development by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 9: World 6-Year Perspective for Training & Development by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 10: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Recruitment by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 11: World 6-Year Perspective for Recruitment by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 12: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other Segments by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 13: World 6-Year Perspective for Other Segments by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2025 & 2030
III. MARKET ANALYSIS
UNITED STATES
  • Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2025 (E)
  • TABLE 14: USA Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 15: USA 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments for the Years 2025 & 2030
CANADA
  • TABLE 16: Canada Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 17: Canada 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments for the Years 2025 & 2030
EUROPE
  • Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2025 (E)
  • TABLE 18: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK and Rest of Europe Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 19: Europe 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for France, Germany, Italy, UK and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2025 & 2030
  • TABLE 20: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 21: Europe 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments for the Years 2025 & 2030
FRANCE
  • TABLE 22: France Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 23: France 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments for the Years 2025 & 2030
GERMANY
  • TABLE 24: Germany Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 25: Germany 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments for the Years 2025 & 2030
ITALY
  • TABLE 26: Italy Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 27: Italy 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments for the Years 2025 & 2030
UNITED KINGDOM
  • TABLE 28: UK Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 29: UK 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments for the Years 2025 & 2030
REST OF EUROPE
  • TABLE 30: Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 31: Rest of Europe 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments for the Years 2025 & 2030
ASIA-PACIFIC
  • Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2025 (E)
  • TABLE 32: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 33: Asia-Pacific 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments for the Years 2025 & 2030
REST OF WORLD
  • TABLE 34: Rest of World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • TABLE 35: Rest of World 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments for the Years 2025 & 2030
IV. COMPETITION

Companies Mentioned (Partial List)

A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:

  • Affirmity
  • AllenComm
  • Artesian Collaborative, LLC
  • Atrixware, LLC
  • Berkshire
  • CABEM Technologies, LLC
  • CTM Unlimited
  • Deloitte
  • DiversityResources.com Inc
  • HR Works, Inc.
  • Korn Ferry
  • OutSolve
  • PeopleScout — A TrueBlue Company
  • PRISM International, Inc.
  • PwC Advisory LLC
  • Spectra Diversity LLC
  • Trupp HR, Inc.

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