12 customisable OKR examples for Diversity

What are Diversity OKRs?

The OKR acronym stands for Objectives and Key Results. It's a goal-setting framework that was introduced at Intel by Andy Grove in the 70s, and it became popular after John Doerr introduced it to Google in the 90s. OKRs helps teams has a shared language to set ambitious goals and track progress towards them.

OKRs are quickly gaining popularity as a goal-setting framework. But, it's not always easy to know how to write your goals, especially if it's your first time using OKRs.

We've tailored a list of OKRs examples for Diversity to help you. You can look at any of the templates below to get some inspiration for your own goals.

If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.

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Our customisable Diversity OKRs examples

You will find in the next section many different Diversity Objectives and Key Results. We've included strategic initiatives in our templates to give you a better idea of the different between the key results (how we measure progress), and the initiatives (what we do to achieve the results).

Hope you'll find this helpful!

1OKRs to promote and cultivate a diverse and inclusive workplace culture

  • ObjectivePromote and cultivate a diverse and inclusive workplace culture
  • Key ResultIncrease the representation of underrepresented groups by 10% in all departments
  • TaskImplement mandatory diversity and inclusion training for staff
  • TaskRevise promotion policies to ensure equity
  • TaskDevelop recruitment strategies targeting underrepresented groups
  • Key ResultConduct and achieve a 90% participation rate in diversity and inclusion training
  • TaskDevelop a clear, compelling case for why diversity training is necessary
  • TaskSet and communicate clear participation expectations to all employees
  • TaskPromote the training through engaging communications
  • Key ResultImprove inclusivity score by 15% as measured in quarterly employee engagement survey
  • TaskIncrease representation across all levels & departments
  • TaskImplement regular diversity and inclusivity training workshops
  • TaskFoster an open, transparent communication culture

2OKRs to enhance gender diversity across all layers of the organization

  • ObjectiveEnhance gender diversity across all layers of the organization
  • Key ResultMeasure and achieve a 20% improvement in employee gender diversity engagement survey scores
  • TaskImplement gender-neutral communication and practices
  • TaskDevelop a gender diversity training program for all employees
  • TaskConduct regular gender diversity engagement surveys
  • Key ResultIncrease the representation of diverse genders by 30% in leadership roles
  • TaskEstablish mandatory diverse gender leadership training programs
  • TaskImplement affirmative action in leadership succession plans
  • TaskIncrease outreach for leadership positions to diverse gender groups
  • Key ResultImplement a gender diversity training program for all employees
  • TaskMonitor and evaluate the program's effectiveness post-implementation
  • TaskSchedule mandatory training sessions for all employees
  • TaskResearch and select a comprehensive gender diversity training program

3OKRs to enhance employee inclusivity and engagement in the workplace

  • ObjectiveEnhance employee inclusivity and engagement in the workplace
  • Key ResultDecrease employee turnover rate by 15%
  • TaskImplement comprehensive, regular employee satisfaction surveys
  • TaskEstablish clear, responsive communication channels
  • TaskDevelop competitive benefits package and advancement opportunities
  • Key ResultIncrease responses on employee engagement surveys by 30%
  • TaskOffer incentives for completing the survey
  • TaskSimplify the survey for easier completion
  • TaskImplement a communication strategy emphasizing survey importance
  • Key ResultImplement a minimum of 2 diversity and inclusion training sessions per group
  • TaskSchedule two training sessions for each group
  • TaskCommunicate training dates and details to groups
  • TaskIdentify suitable diversity and inclusion training programs

4OKRs to enhance diversity and inclusion initiatives

  • ObjectiveIncrease diversity and inclusion in the workplace
  • Key ResultConduct an anonymous diversity and inclusion survey to gather feedback
  • Key ResultIncrease percentage of underrepresented groups in new hires
  • Key ResultImplement a mentorship program for diverse employees
  • Key ResultProvide diversity and inclusion training for all employees

5OKRs to improve Arbor's inclusivity

  • ObjectiveImprove Arbor's inclusivity
  • Key ResultConduct diversity training for all employees
  • TaskCommunicate training details and expectations to all staff
  • TaskSchedule training sessions for all employees
  • TaskIdentify a well-recognized diversity training program or consultant
  • Key ResultImplement two new inclusive policies or initiatives company-wide
  • TaskDevelop two new inclusive policies or initiatives
  • TaskIdentify areas needing inclusivity improvement within the company
  • TaskLaunch and communicate these policies company-wide
  • Key ResultIncrease diversity representation in leadership roles by 10%
  • TaskImplement mandatory diversity and inclusion training for all staff members
  • TaskActively recruit diverse candidates for leadership roles
  • TaskDevelop targeted leadership programs for underrepresented employees

6OKRs to foster an inclusive, equitable, and diverse office culture

  • ObjectiveFoster an inclusive, equitable, and diverse office culture
  • Key ResultAchieve 20% improvement in diversity and inclusion survey results
  • TaskCreate a diversity and inclusion team
  • TaskRevise hiring practices to prioritize diversity
  • TaskImplement diversity and inclusion training for all staff
  • Key ResultImplement diversity training to 100% of team members
  • TaskIdentify suitable diversity training programs or providers
  • TaskConfirm and record each team member's training completion
  • TaskSchedule mandatory training sessions for all team members
  • Key ResultIncrease minority hiring by 25%
  • TaskOffer diversity and inclusion training for hiring managers
  • TaskImplement inclusive hiring practices in the recruitment process
  • TaskEstablish partnerships with minority-focused professional organizations

7OKRs to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion in our performance evaluation process

  • ObjectiveEnhance diversity, equity, and inclusion in our performance evaluation process
  • Key ResultDevelop and implement a new performance review structure that equally emphasizes DEI
  • TaskCreate a draft plan integrating DEI into reviews
  • TaskResearch DEI-focused performance review methods
  • TaskImplement and monitor the new structure
  • Key ResultIncrease the representation of diverse employees in the top performance quartile by 25%
  • TaskPromote diverse employees based on their skills and performance
  • TaskImplement diversity training sessions to team leaders
  • TaskDevelop inclusive hiring strategies targeting diverse talent pools
  • Key ResultTrain 100% of our evaluators on DEI principles and bias elimination techniques
  • TaskDevelop comprehensive DEI training program for evaluators
  • TaskSchedule mandatory training sessions for all evaluators
  • TaskMonitor and track evaluators' progress and understanding

8OKRs to foster inclusivity in the workplace

  • ObjectiveFoster inclusivity in the workplace
  • Key ResultConduct diversity and inclusion training for all employees
  • TaskDevelop an inclusive training program with modules covering diversity and inclusion topics
  • TaskEvaluate the effectiveness of the training through post-training surveys and feedback sessions
  • TaskCreate interactive activities and discussions to encourage employee engagement during the training
  • TaskSchedule and coordinate training sessions for all employees across different departments
  • Key ResultImplement mentorship programs to support career development for diverse employees
  • TaskIdentify senior leaders who can serve as mentors for diverse employees
  • TaskPromote mentorship opportunities and encourage employees to participate through internal communications
  • TaskEvaluate the success of the mentorship program and make necessary adjustments for continuous improvement
  • TaskDevelop mentorship guidelines and resources to ensure consistency and effectiveness
  • Key ResultIncrease representation of underrepresented groups in the workforce by 10%
  • Key ResultEstablish an anonymous feedback system to gather input on inclusivity efforts
  • TaskResearch and select a secure online platform for anonymous feedback collection
  • TaskPromote and communicate the anonymous feedback system across the organization
  • TaskRegularly review and analyze the received feedback to inform and improve inclusivity efforts
  • TaskCreate clear guidelines and instructions for submitting anonymous feedback

9OKRs to enhance leadership inclusivity across all teams

  • ObjectiveEnhance leadership inclusivity across all teams
  • Key ResultImplement inclusivity training for all team leaders by the end of the quarter
  • TaskIdentify relevant inclusivity training programs for team leaders
  • TaskSchedule training sessions for each team leader
  • TaskMonitor and report on training progress and effectiveness
  • Key ResultDecrease leadership team's turnover rate by 20% through fostering inclusivity
  • TaskEncourage open dialogue about inclusivity during team meetings
  • TaskImplement comprehensive diversity training for all management level employees
  • TaskEstablish a mentoring program that promotes inclusivity
  • Key ResultIncrease internal survey's inclusivity score by 30% among leadership team
  • TaskEncourage honest communication through anonymous feedback
  • TaskRevise survey questions to eliminate unconscious bias
  • TaskImplement mandatory leadership training on diversity and inclusivity

10OKRs to cultivate an inclusive and engaging work environment for all employees

  • ObjectiveCultivate an inclusive and engaging work environment for all employees
  • Key ResultAchieve a 20% improvement in overall employee satisfaction scores
  • TaskImplement feedback changes to improve work culture and environment
  • TaskDesign and implement an employee recognition program
  • TaskConduct regular surveys to assess current employee satisfaction levels
  • Key ResultIncrease employee survey engagement rate by 30%
  • TaskImplement attractive incentives for completing the survey
  • TaskSimplify survey to reduce completion time
  • TaskCommunicate survey importance via company-wide email
  • Key ResultImplement a diversity and inclusion training program for 100% of team leaders
  • TaskDetermine the content and structure of the training program
  • TaskSchedule and communicate training sessions to all team leaders
  • TaskIdentify or hire qualified, experienced trainers for instruction

11OKRs to strengthen HR compliance and DEI program adherence in Kenya

  • ObjectiveStrengthen HR compliance and DEI program adherence in Kenya
  • Key ResultIncrease percentage of employees completing DEI training by 20%
  • TaskDevelop engaging, relevant DEI training material
  • TaskSchedule mandatory training sessions for all employees
  • TaskImplement incentives for course completion
  • Key ResultConduct 3 comprehensive legal compliance training for HR unit by end of quarter
  • TaskIdentify necessary topics for legal compliance training
  • TaskImplement these trainings to the HR unit
  • TaskSchedule and plan three comprehensive trainings
  • Key ResultImplement revised HR policies aligning with Kenya legal framework, with zero discrepancies
  • TaskReview current HR policies for compliance with Kenya legal framework
  • TaskCommunicate and enforce revised HR policies across the firm
  • TaskIdentify and rectify any discrepancies in the policies

12OKRs to promote cultural humility for diverse, healthy team building

  • ObjectivePromote cultural humility for diverse, healthy team building
  • Key ResultIncrease overall diversity rate in new hires by 25%
  • TaskCollaborate with diverse professional and student organizations
  • TaskImplement a diversity-focused recruitment strategy
  • TaskProvide unconscious bias training to hiring managers
  • Key ResultAchieve 90% positive feedback on diversity and inclusion efforts from employee surveys
  • TaskDevelop and promote a workplace inclusion policy
  • TaskImplement diversity and inclusion training for all staff members
  • TaskRegularly solicit employee feedback on inclusion efforts
  • Key ResultImplement a cultural humility workshop for 80% of team leaders
  • TaskSchedule workshop for 80% of team leaders
  • TaskEnsure effective post-workshop follow-up activities
  • TaskIdentify suitable cultural humility workshop providers

Diversity OKR best practices to boost success

Generally speaking, your objectives should be ambitious yet achievable, and your key results should be measurable and time-bound (using the SMART framework can be helpful). It is also recommended to list strategic initiatives under your key results, as it'll help you avoid the common mistake of listing projects in your KRs.

Here are a couple of best practices extracted from our OKR implementation guide 👇

Tip #1: Limit the number of key results

The #1 role of OKRs is to help you and your team focus on what really matters. Business-as-usual activities will still be happening, but you do not need to track your entire roadmap in the OKRs.

We recommend having 3-4 objectives, and 3-4 key results per objective. A platform like Tability can run audits on your data to help you identify the plans that have too many goals.

Tability Insights DashboardTability's audit dashboard will highlight opportunities to improve OKRs

Tip #2: Commit to weekly OKR check-ins

Don't fall into the set-and-forget trap. It is important to adopt a weekly check-in process to get the full value of your OKRs and make your strategy agile – otherwise this is nothing more than a reporting exercise.

Being able to see trends for your key results will also keep yourself honest.

Tability Insights DashboardTability's check-ins will save you hours and increase transparency

Tip #3: No more than 2 yellow statuses in a row

Yes, this is another tip for goal-tracking instead of goal-setting (but you'll get plenty of OKR examples above). But, once you have your goals defined, it will be your ability to keep the right sense of urgency that will make the difference.

As a rule of thumb, it's best to avoid having more than 2 yellow/at risk statuses in a row.

Make a call on the 3rd update. You should be either back on track, or off track. This sounds harsh but it's the best way to signal risks early enough to fix things.

How to turn your Diversity OKRs in a strategy map

Your quarterly OKRs should be tracked weekly in order to get all the benefits of the OKRs framework. Reviewing progress periodically has several advantages:

  • It brings the goals back to the top of the mind
  • It will highlight poorly set OKRs
  • It will surface execution risks
  • It improves transparency and accountability

Most teams should start with a spreadsheet if they're using OKRs for the first time. Then, once you get comfortable you can graduate to a proper OKRs-tracking tool.

A strategy map in TabilityTability's Strategy Map makes it easy to see all your org's OKRs

If you're not yet set on a tool, you can check out the 5 best OKR tracking templates guide to find the best way to monitor progress during the quarter.

More Diversity OKR templates

We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.

OKRs resources

Here are a list of resources to help you adopt the Objectives and Key Results framework.

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