The release this spring of the Boston Business Journal’s Employer Inclusivity Index underscores a vital truth for Massachusetts leaders: Diversity is not just a metric to track, it is a community to build.
As we strive to create workforces reflecting our state’s diversity, we must move from an “access” mindset to a “belonging” mindset. While opening doors is the start, data tells a sobering story about remaining gaps. Research by MENTOR indicates that 1-in-3 young people grow up without a mentor. Furthermore, millions of young people remain disconnected from work and school — a disconnect carrying a lifetime cost to society and individuals that can reach seven figures.
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