What does it mean to be inclusive? Most of us know what it feels like to be included, but we rarely think about the ways in which we act inclusively. This problem also holds true within the literature as we are yet to discuss, define, and examine the role of employee inclusive behaviours. In turn, many organisations are still unsure of how to accurately measure the impact of their diversity and inclusion efforts. This research contributes to both practice and theory by unpacking what it means to be inclusive at work. The study asked working adults to list the specific ways in which 1) others make them feel included, and 2) they include others when at work. Results revealed five key themes that underpin inclusivity, and offer a comprehensive framework for capturing the how and why of employee inclusion. More broadly, it offers evidence-based suggestions for how to measure inclusion in the workplace.

At the conclusion of this rapid research talk, attendees will be able to:
- define employee inclusive behaviour and diversity motivation
- review the diversity and inclusion literature to date
- discuss the value of examining inclusion at an interpersonal, employee level
- describe the benefits of a mixed-method approach
- apply the framework of employee inclusion
- interpret the results of Content Analysis and Latent Profile Analysis
- distinguish between the key themes of inclusivity
- justify the value of turning to employee motivation and inclusive behaviour to measure the impact of organisation-wide efforts.

Okimoto, Tyler; Parker, Stacey; Steffens, Nik