AToolkit for Mississippi's Arts Organizations - Mississippi Arts ...

­ Do you ensure that changes in job design, workforce size, hours and otherchanges do not affect diverse groups disproportionately?Leadership Team Diversity­ Is there a board­approved policy encouraging diversity across the organization,including the board? Is diversity a part of the board’s regular discussions?­ Is this policy reflected in your mission and values statement? Is it visible ondocuments seen by your employees and the public?­ Does your strategic plan emphasize the importance of diversity at all levels ofyour workforce?­ Has your board set goals for creating or building services that eliminatedisparities to underserved groups?­ Have you designated a member of your board or staff who is responsible forimplementing your diversity strategy?­ Have sufficient funds been allocated to achieve your diversity goals?­ Is diversity awareness and cultural proficiency training mandatory for all staff?­ Have you made diversity awareness part of your management and board retreatagendas?­ Does your organization have a mentoring program in place to help develop yourbest talent, regardless of gender, race or ethnicity?­ Do you encourage employees to further their education?­ Do you have a succession or advancement plan for your management team thatis linked to your overall diversity goals?­ Do you require search firms who work for your organization to present a mix ofcandidates reflecting your community’s diversity?