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HDN’s Diversity Network Assessment is a robust, comprehensive and sector-specific diagnostic assessment for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in social housing.
First developed in collaboration with HDN members in 2012, the DNA framework has been regularly revised and expanded to incorporate leading best-practice approaches to EDI within organisations and the communities they serve.
The DNA blends evaluation of formal aspects (such as policy, structure, strategy) with informal aspects (such as culture, values, behaviours). We aim to not only encompass legal and regulatory requirements in our assessment, but to prompt you to honestly reflect on if and how the principles of EDI are embedded within your organisation.
Includes: organisational purpose, values and priorities, high level commitment, compliance with aspects of the NHF Code of Governance, aspects of the Public Sector Equality Duty, and internal and external communication around EDI.
Includes: workforce data, inclusive policies and procedures, recruitment and retention, positive action, EDI training, pay gaps, reward and recognition, performance management, and inclusive culture.
Includes: fair and equitable access to services, customer communication and engagement, complaints, customer data, customer involvement, influence and training.
Includes: other aspects of the Public Sector Equality Duty, broader inclusion initiatives to address inequalities, partnership working, and wider influence.
HDN also have a joint offer which bundles our DNA with RSM UK’s RACE Equality Code, for organisations interested in pursuing both assessments.
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