This tool offers a brief overview of the importance of board diversity and leadership commitment to equity work. It provides a settlement-sector-focused board diversity survey and matrix template that organizations can adapt to their context to assess board representation. Data is first collected anonymously from all board members through the diversity survey then aggregated and entered into the board diversity matrix. Once the matrix has been completed the Board Chair and other board members can reflect on the representativeness of their board–across categories–and use this as a starting point for addressing any demographic, skillset, or experience gaps that may have been identified moving forward.
Audience: Executive Director, Board Members
Duration: Approx. 30 – 60 minutes to complete survey; 60 – 90 minutes to complete the
matrix; 60 – 90 minutes to reflect on the findings
Settlement Sector Board Member Survey: English French
Assessing Board Diversity and Leadership Commitment to GBA Plus: English French
Settlement Sector Board Diversity Matrix: English French
