Commitments
Inclusive Spaces
Commitment 7:
Employers commit to involving employees in designing wellness initiatives and team-building activities that are accessible, culturally inclusive, and voluntary.
Inclusive employee wellness and engagement
Employer Actions
Organizations should involve employees in developing wellness and engagement initiatives that are inclusive, accessible, and voluntary. To fulfill this commitment, organizations are encouraged to:
Gather employee input through surveys, focus groups, committees, or feedback processes
Design wellness and team-building activities that are accessible and inclusive of diverse needs and experiences
Ensure participation in wellness initiatives remains voluntary and free from pressure or penalty
Incorporate culturally inclusive practices into workplace engagement activities
Evaluate wellness initiatives regularly using employee feedback and participation data
Evidence Requirements
To complete this commitment, organizations are asked to:
Gather employee input related to workplace wellness, engagement, or team-building activities
Implement at least two practices that support accessible, culturally inclusive, and voluntary wellness or engagement initiatives, such as:
using surveys, focus groups, committees, or feedback processes to gather employee input
designing wellness or team-building activities that are accessible and inclusive
ensuring participation in workplace activities remains voluntary
incorporating culturally inclusive practices into wellness or engagement activities
reviewing employee feedback to improve future initiatives
Submit a short reflection describing actions taken and future opportunities for improvement
Evidence may include:
Employee survey or feedback summaries
Wellness initiative descriptions or communication materials
Event or activity planning examples
Committee notes or engagement plans
Reflection summary
Impact
Engaging employees in wellness and team-building initiatives ensures programs are accessible, voluntary, and culturally inclusive. This commitment fosters a supportive workplace, enhances well-being, strengthens engagement, and creates a culture where all employees feel valued and included.
Resources & Support
Employee Wellness & Psychological Safety Resources
Inclusive Team-Building & Employee Engagement
Employee Feedback & Engagement Tools
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