Inclusive strategy development

At collective perspective, we specialize in develpoing inclusive strategies that empower organisations to build diverse, equitable, and inclusive environments. Guided by the ethos of Ubuntu, I am because we are” - our appraoch emphasies the interconnectedness and value of every individual within the workplace. this philosophy underpins our commitment to creating stretegies that not only foster inclusivity but also promote a sense of belonging and community. This initial phase includes:

  1. A Discovery Assessment: we start with a deep dive into your organisation’s culutre, values, and existing practices through surveys, interviews, and focus groups. this helps us understand where you currently stand in terms of equity and inclusion, and identify key areas of growth.

  2. Vision, Mission and Goal Setting: building on the insights gathered, we work with you to define a clear vision for what inclusivity looks like in your organisation. This includes setting measurable goals that align with your braoder business objectives and reflect the principles of Ubuntu, where every team member is recognised for their unique contributions to the collective success.

  3. Customized Strategy Develpoment: with a vision in place, we develop a tailored DEI strategy that encompasses policies, practices, and initiatives designed to foster an inclusive environment.

  4. Implementation Support: we don’t just hand over a plan and leave you to it, Our team provides ongoing support to help implement the strategy, including training sessions, workshops, and one-on-one coaching to ensure that every employee understands and embraces the new inclusive practices.

  5. Monitoring and Evaluation: finally, we establish benchmarks and monitoring methods to track the progress of your inclusivity initiatives. Regular evaluations ensure that the strategy remains effective and that your organisation continues to grow and evolve.

By integrating the ethos of ubuntu into every step, we help organisations build strategies that are not just about compliance, but about creating a workplace where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. this holistic approach ensures that inclusivity becomes a fundamental part if your organisational culture, driving innovation, collaboration and long-term success.

Training and workshops

At collective perspective, our training and workshops are designed to empower organisations to cultivate inclusive, respectful, and equitable environments. Rooted in the principles of Ubuntu, our programs emphasize the importance of interconnectedness, empathy, and mutual respectwithin the workplace. we beleive that by fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of diversity, organisations can unlock their full potential and create a culture where everyone thrives.

What Does This Entail?

Our training and workshops are comprehensive, thoughtfully crafted, and tailoref to meet the needs of each organisation. we offfer a range of interactive and engaging sessions that promote genuine learning and transformation. For startups and businesses beginning their DEI journey, our approach is holistic, organic and grounded in the realities of everyday work life. Here’s how we build a sustainable and impactful training program:

  1. Initial Consultation and Needs Assessment: begin with in-depth consultation to understand your organisation’s current state and specific needs. This founfstional step ensures that our training is not only relevnat but also deeply aligned with your organisational culture and goals.

  2. Customized Program Develpoment: Depending on your organisational needs, we design training programs and workshops that cover a range of topics including unclonscious bias, inclusive leadership, cultural competence and effective communication strategies.

  3. Skill-building and Practical Application: We focus not only on theory but the rpactical and real life-application of these skills. This includes for example, techniques for recognising and adressing bias, strategies for inclusive-decision-making, and tools for promoting an inclusive team culture. Through hands-on excercies and real-world examples, participants gain the skills needed support one another effectively on the work floor.

  4. Continuous Learning and Support: our commitment to your organaisation’s success doesn’t end with workshops and training sessions. We provide ongoing support and resources to reinforce learning and ensure lasting change. this includes follow-up sessions, coaching and access to a DEI professionals who can provide guidance and advice when as needed.

By integrating the principles of ubuntu into our trainings and workshops, we help organisations build environments where every employee feels valued, respected and empowered. Our programs are not just about checking the boxes-they are about fostering a culture of belonging that drives innovation, engagement and long-term success. At Collective Perspective, we are committed to helping you creatw a workplace where everyone can be the best version of themselves and thrive.

Policy and Procedure Consulting

At collective Perspective, our policy and procedure services are designed to help your organisation develop, refine and implement policies that advance inclusivity, equity, and respect. Guided by the philosophy of Ubuntu, we believe that unambiguous and well thought out policies are foundational to building workplaces where every individual is valued and empowered. Our approach ensures that organisations promote a mutual respect and belonging, contributing to a harmonious workplace overall business success.

What does this entail?

Policy and procedure consulting involves a thorough examination and (re)design of organisation’s existing policies and procedures or the development of new ones, to ensure they align with best practices for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). For startups or business just beginning to spotlight DEI, this sevrice is particulary crucial. Here’s how our process works:

  1. Initial assessment and discovery: we begin by conducting a comprehensive assessment of your organisations current policies, practices abd culture. For startups, that have yet to establish formal policies, this involves reviewing any informal practices, understanding of the existing envrionment and specific needs.

  2. Benchmarking and compliance Review: we analyse your policies against best practices to ensure relevance. This benchmarking helps us identify gaps and areas where your organisation may be vulnerable to risks , such as discrimination or harassment claims. For startups, this step is crucial in laying a solid foundation for future growth, rooted in the ethos of what is essentially our humanity.

  3. Collaborative Policy development: With a clear understanding of your organisation’s needs and goals, we work together, in collaboration with your team to develop or revise policies and procedures that are inclusive, equitable, and refelctive of Ubuntu- togetherness. This process includes crafting policies and procedures that are grounded in Ubuntu as the Ubuntu philosophy facilitates unlocking the capacity of a culture in which individuals express compassion, reciprocity, dignity, humanity and mutuality in the interests of building and maintaining a thriving organisation with justice and communalities.

  4. Implementation, Planning and Support: Effective implementation is key to the success of any ploicy. we provide detailed implementation plans, including timelines, training sessions, and communication strategies to ensure that new or revised policies are understood and embraced by all employees. We offer ongoing support to help integrate these policies into your daily operations, cultivating a workplace culture where every individual feels respected and included.

  5. Continuos evaluation and feedback: Policies and procedures must evolve with the organisation and its people. we establish mechanisms for regular review and feedback, allowing policies to be udpdated as necessary to reflect changes in the workforce. By continuously evaluating the effectiveness of yoyr ploicies, we help ensure thatv your organisation remains inclusive and equitable.

Why is Policy and Procedure Consulting Important?

Strong, inclusive policies and procedures are vital for several reasons: they form the foundation for inclusivity, provide clear guidelines for acceptable behaviour, promote consistency and fairness promote a culture where everyone feels connected to and responsible for one another. This alignment enhances employee engagement, satisfaction and retention, contributiingto the overall success of the business.

At Collective Perspective, our policy procedure is and consulting services are not just about creating documents- they are about building a culture of inclusionand respect that drives business success. By integrating the values of Uuntu into every step, we help organisations create policies that reflect their commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, ensuring a thriving and harmonious workplace.