Navigating for the Future

The tech industry presents numerous challenges, and it’s time to do more—to make invisible work visible and ensure fairness for everyone. Women in Tech Sweden has listened to the experiences and aspirations of women in the Swedish tech sector. While progress in diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) has been made, it remains insufficient. Many companies recognize the importance of DEI but struggle with effective implementation.

Together with DEI experts we designed our DEI Compass to help organizations assess their current DEI efforts, identify gaps, and create impactful strategies to ensure fairness and opportunity for everyone.

At Women in Tech Sweden, we collaborate with organizations committed to genuine change. Our partners view DEI not just as a benefit but as a crucial tool for attracting talent and fostering an unbiased, thriving work environment. We encourage companies to outline their DEI initiatives and use the Women in Tech DEI Compass to assess their current DEI status.

True inclusion extends beyond recruitment, creating a culture where employees feel valued and have equal opportunities to advance. Prioritizing DEI drives innovation, improves decision-making, and strengthens business outcomes, providing a strategic advantage. This journey is ongoing, and together, we can build a truly inclusive future in tech.

How to Prepare Your Organization for the DEI Compass

To ensure you collect the right insights and information, review the questions in advance before involving your team. This will help you delegate tasks to the appropriate individuals who can effectively assist in completing your Compass.

You will find the DEI Compass questions here 

Note: Make sure to read through the questionnaire to prepare your organization before filling out the form. Several questions require you to share key numbers, so you will need to investigate and summarize this information beforehand.

How to use the DEI Compass

1. Get Started

If you are a partner with Women in Tech Sweden, you can access the Compass on your partner site. If you are not a partner, please contact info@womenintech.se to get started.

2. Assign a Company Coordinator

Select a coordinator (preferably someone from HR or a member of the management team) to lead the process. Involve HR and department managers to gather diverse perspectives.

3. Prepare to Complete the DEI Compass

Review the questionnaire in the DEI Compass and reach out to relevant stakeholders to collect their insights for each area.

4. Complete the DEI Compass Form

The coordinator fills out the Compass form, incorporating feedback from various stakeholders within the organization.

5. Receive Your DEI ranking

Women in Tech Sweden will provide you’ll receive a score and a ranking of your current DEI efforts.

6. Deeper Analysis and Action Plan (Optional)

For a comprehensive analysis and actionable improvement plan, choose from our workshops and support services (additional costs apply).

7. Track Progress Annually

After one year, repeat the process to monitor progress and refine your DEI strategies.

1. Competence Development & Knowledge Sessions

Join training sessions led by a DEI Expert from Women in Tech Sweden to build DEI skills, raise awareness, and foster inclusive behaviors within your team.

2. Bespoke Learning Plan

Collaborate with a DEI Expert from Women in Tech Sweden to create a customized action plan with specific strategies to enhance your DEI efforts. 

Investing in these options ensures you have the expert guidance needed to implement effective DEI strategies and drive meaningful change.

By taking these steps, your organization can create a more inclusive and equitable workplace, fostering a thriving environment for all employees with the support of Women in Tech Sweden.