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ダイバーシティとインクルージョン (D&I) の世界市場

Diversity and Inclusion (D&I)

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ダイバーシティとインクルージョン (D&I) の世界市場
出版日: 2025年02月06日
発行: Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
ページ情報: 英文 444 Pages
納期: 即日から翌営業日
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概要

ダイバーシティとインクルージョン (D&I) の世界市場は2030年までに271億米ドルに達する

2024年に141億米ドルと推定されたダイバーシティとインクルージョン (D&I) の世界市場は、2030年には271億米ドルに達し、分析期間2024-2030年のCAGRは11.4%で成長すると予測されます。本レポートで分析したセグメントの一つである従業員リソースグループ（ERG）は、CAGR 11.0％を記録し、分析期間終了までに80億米ドルに達すると予測されます。外部パートナーシップ・セグメントの成長率は、分析期間中CAGR 10.4%と推定されます。

世界のダイバーシティとインクルージョン (D&I) 市場- 主要動向と促進要因のまとめ

ダイバーシティとインクルージョン (D&I) は、公平で革新的かつ生産的な職場づくりに欠かせない原則です。ダイバーシティとは、人種、性別、年齢、性的指向、障害、文化的背景など様々な次元を包含する、与えられた環境内での違いの存在を指します。一方、インクルージョンとは、すべての人が価値を認められ、尊重され、サポートされていると感じられるような環境を作り、彼らが十分に参加し、活躍できるようにすることです。効果的なD&Iイニシアチブは、多様なグループの代表を増やすだけでなく、多様な視点が積極的に求められ、評価されるインクルーシブな文化を育むことに重点を置いています。このアプローチは、組織が従業員の潜在能力を最大限に活用し、創造性、問題解決力、総合的なパフォーマンスを高めるのに役立ちます。

D&I戦略の実施には、方針策定、研修、継続的評価を含む包括的なアプローチが必要です。組織は、多様性へのコミットメントを概説し、インクルーシブな文化を推進するためのガイドラインを示す正式なD&Iポリシーを採用するようになってきています。無意識の偏見、文化的コンピテンシー、包括的リーダーシップに焦点を当てた研修プログラムは、D&Iの取り組みに不可欠な要素であり、従業員とリーダーにダイバーシティとインクルージョンを積極的に支援するための知識とスキルを身につけさせるものです。さらに、従業員リソース・グループ（ERG）やメンターシップ・プログラムは、社会的地位の低いグループがつながり、経験を共有し、支援を受けるためのプラットフォームを提供します。D&I指標に関する定期的な評価と報告は、組織が進捗状況を追跡し、改善すべき領域を特定し、D&Iイニシアチブの説明責任を確保するのに役立ちます。

ダイバーシティとインクルージョン (D&I) 市場の成長は、いくつかの要因によってもたらされています。D&Iがより良い意思決定、イノベーション、財務パフォーマンスにつながることが多くの研究で実証されているように、多様で包括的な職場の利点に対する意識の高まりが大きな推進力となっています。社会正義の問題に対する認識の高まりや、企業の責任に対する要求も、組織がD&Iを優先するよう後押ししています。D&I分析プラットフォームやトレーニングツールなどの技術的進歩により、組織はD&Iイニシアチブを効果的に実施・追跡することが容易になりました。さらに、多様性と無差別を推進する規制要件や業界基準が、組織に包括的なD&Iポリシーの採用を促しています。世界な労働力の台頭と、多様な背景を持つ優秀な人材を惹きつけ、維持する必要性は、今日の競合環境におけるD&Iの重要性をさらに際立たせています。これらの要因の総体として、D&I市場のダイナミックな拡大が浮き彫りになり、公平でパフォーマンスの高い組織文化の育成におけるD&Iの重要な役割を反映しています。

セグメント

セグメント（従業員リソースグループ（ERG）、社外パートナーシップ、トレーニング＆開発、採用、その他のセグメント）

調査対象企業の例（注目の152社）

  • Affirmity
  • AllenComm
  • Artesian Collaborative, LLC
  • Atrixware, LLC
  • Berkshire
  • CABEM Technologies, LLC
  • CTM Unlimited
  • Deloitte
  • DiversityResources.com Inc
  • HR Works, Inc.
  • Korn Ferry
  • OutSolve
  • PeopleScout-A TrueBlue Company
  • PRISM International, Inc.
  • PwC Advisory LLC
  • Spectra Diversity LLC
  • Trupp HR, Inc.

目次

第1章 調査手法

第2章 エグゼクティブサマリー

  • 市場概要
  • 主要企業
  • 市場動向と促進要因
  • 世界市場の見通し

第3章 市場分析

  • 米国
  • カナダ
  • 欧州
  • フランス
  • ドイツ
  • イタリア
  • 英国
  • その他欧州
  • アジア太平洋
  • その他の地域

第4章 競合

目次
Product Code: MCP23190

Global Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Market to Reach US$27.1 Billion by 2030

The global market for Diversity and Inclusion (D& I) estimated at US$14.1 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$27.1 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 11.4% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 11.0% CAGR and reach US$8.0 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the External Partnerships segment is estimated at 10.4% CAGR over the analysis period.

Global Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) are crucial principles in creating equitable, innovative, and productive workplaces. Diversity refers to the presence of differences within a given setting, encompassing various dimensions such as race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, and cultural background. Inclusion, on the other hand, involves creating an environment where all individuals feel valued, respected, and supported, enabling them to fully participate and thrive. Effective D&I initiatives focus on not only increasing the representation of diverse groups but also fostering an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are actively sought and valued. This approach helps organizations leverage the full potential of their workforce, driving creativity, problem-solving, and overall performance.

The implementation of D&I strategies involves a comprehensive approach that includes policy development, training, and continuous evaluation. Organizations are increasingly adopting formal D&I policies that outline their commitment to diversity and provide guidelines for promoting an inclusive culture. Training programs focused on unconscious bias, cultural competency, and inclusive leadership are essential components of D&I efforts, equipping employees and leaders with the knowledge and skills to support diversity and inclusion actively. Additionally, employee resource groups (ERGs) and mentorship programs provide platforms for underrepresented groups to connect, share experiences, and receive support. Regular assessment and reporting on D&I metrics help organizations track progress, identify areas for improvement, and ensure accountability in their D&I initiatives.

The growth in the Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) market is driven by several factors. Increasing awareness of the benefits of diverse and inclusive workplaces is a major driver, as numerous studies have demonstrated that D&I leads to better decision-making, innovation, and financial performance. The growing recognition of social justice issues and the demand for corporate responsibility have also pushed organizations to prioritize D&I. Technological advancements, such as D&I analytics platforms and training tools, have made it easier for organizations to implement and track D&I initiatives effectively. Additionally, regulatory requirements and industry standards promoting diversity and non-discrimination are encouraging organizations to adopt comprehensive D&I policies. The rise of the global workforce and the need to attract and retain top talent from diverse backgrounds further underscore the importance of D&I in today’s competitive business environment. These factors collectively highlight the dynamic expansion of the D&I market, reflecting its critical role in fostering equitable and high-performing organizational cultures.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:

Segment (Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment, Other Segments)

Geographic Regions/Countries:

World; USA; Canada; Europe; France; Germany; Italy; UK; Rest of Europe; Asia-Pacific; Rest of World.

Select Competitors (Total 152 Featured) -

  • Affirmity
  • AllenComm
  • Artesian Collaborative, LLC
  • Atrixware, LLC
  • Berkshire
  • CABEM Technologies, LLC
  • CTM Unlimited
  • Deloitte
  • DiversityResources.com Inc
  • HR Works, Inc.
  • Korn Ferry
  • OutSolve
  • PeopleScout - A TrueBlue Company
  • PRISM International, Inc.
  • PwC Advisory LLC
  • Spectra Diversity LLC
  • Trupp HR, Inc.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. METHODOLOGY

II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

  • 1. MARKET OVERVIEW
    • Diversity & Inclusion, A Prelude
    • Diversity & Inclusion in the Workplace: A Fact Check
    • Humanity's Struggle With Diversity. Why is it so Hard to Achieve Equality?
    • Percentage Share Breakdown of World Population by Race
    • It Makes Sense to Look for Cultural Survival & Importance in the Continued Use of Traditional Languages & Dialects: Global Number of People Speaking Native Languages as of the Year 2023 (In Million)
    • The World is Truly a Global Village: Breakdown of Ethnic Groups As a % of Total Population of Select Countries
    • Prevailing Corporate Sentiments on Diversity & Inclusion (In %)
    • Labor Globalization is the New Reality
    • Globalization Triggers Migration of Skilled Labor to Developed Countries
    • Attracting & Retaining Globally Mobile Skilled Migrants is the New Norm: Immigrant Workers as % of Total Labor Force in Developed Countries for the Years 1980, 1990, 2000, 2010, 2020, and 2023
    • The Current State of Diversity in the U.S., A Land of Cultural Diversity
    • What Does this Mean for Companies? It Means the Dawn of a New Era of D&I is Upon the Corporate World
    • D&I Percentage Score (%) of Major Companies: 2024
    • Reimagining Workforce Planning to Achieve Competitive Advantage in the Post-COVID-19 Era
    • Corporate Roles & Opportunities for Diversity & Inclusion is Increasing by the Day: % Increase in Diversity & Leadership Roles & Titles on LinkedIn 2015 Vs 2023
    • It's Only the Marginalized Who Appreciate the Value of Business Diversity: % of White People & People of Color Who Believe Business Diversity Is Not Crucial for Professional Success
    • How Diversity, Equity, AND Inclusion Has Been Evolving in Recent Years
    • Here's Evidence that Workplace Diversity Attracts Top Talent: % of Job Seekers Who Consider Diverse Workforce Before Accepting Job Offers
    • Want to Increase Profitability Then Its Time to See How Diverse Your Workforce Is: Revenue Performance of Companies With High & Low Diversity Scores
    • Economic Benefits of Diverse Workforce & Inclusive Work Environment Are Well Acknowledged Facts
    • Including ALL in the Fold, Here's What Companies Do Not Know
    • A Recap of Challenges Plaguing Successful Implementation of D&I Programs
    • Symptoms of a Workplace Lacking D&I
    • Microaggression, the Often Overlooked Yet Critical Symptom of a Non-Inclusive Work Environment
    • What Can Companies to Do to Achieve their D&I Goals?
    • Implement D&I Best Practices in the Workplace
    • Acknowledging the Fact that Inclusive Leadership Vital to Success
    • Role of Manager Training & Bias Awareness in Achieving D&I Goals
    • Identifying & Addressing D&I Challenges
    • World Brands
    • Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2024 (E)
    • Recent Market Activity
    • Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2024 (E)
  • 2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
  • 3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
    • Current State of Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) Worldwide: A Review
    • Top Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Trends for 2024 and Beyond
    • How Diversity and Inclusion Technology Can Bring Organizational-Level Changes
    • Diversity Hiring Picks Up as Millennial and Gen Z Job Seekers Prefer Companies with Workplace Diversity
    • Global Workforce Composition: % Breakdown of Male Vs Female Employees as of the Year 2023
    • Gender Disparity of People in Leadership Role Continues to Remain: Gender of People in Managerial & CEO Roles in Fortune 500 Companies as of the Year 2023
    • US Workforce Composition by Generation for Years 2023 & 2026
    • Racial Discrimination Still Remains Rife in Workplaces
    • Despite the Fact Diversity is Beneficial for a Company, the Reality is that Corporate Leaders Remain White & Male: Representation of Workforce in the U.S. by Role, Gender & Race as of the Year 2023
    • US Workforce Composition by Race and Ethnicity: 2024
    • What is Racial Discrimination?
    • Racism Remains the Bitter Reality Despite Laws
    • Slow Progress: Racism Continues to Survive & Thrive
    • Sexism & Racism: A Tough Combination for Women of Color
    • Ways to Effectively Deal with Racial Discrimination at Workplaces
    • Female Empowerment Improves as Evidenced by Increasing Share in Leadership Roles
    • Creating a More LGBTQ Inclusive Workplace?
    • Composition of LGBTQ Workforce (In %) by Age Group as of the Year 2023
    • % of LGBTQ Workforce Who Experience Discrimination in the Workplace
    • Important Role of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) in Achieving Diversity in the Workplace
    • Technology Comes to the Aid of D&I Implementation
    • Technological Interventions Expedite D&I Initiatives
    • Advanced Technology Covers Diverse Aspects of D&I Initiatives
    • AI to Gain Strong Adoption to Facilitate DEI
    • Using AI to Eliminate Biases
    • Innovator Diversity Key for Sustainable Innovation - But Is the System There Yet?
    • Variegated Teams for Fostering Innovation in Organizations
    • Special Focus on DEI in the US TV & Film Industry
    • Hollywood is Far from Adequately Representing Minority Groups
    • Damaging Impact of "Gone With The Wind" On Hollywood Racism
    • Black Representation In The U.S Film Industry: A Special Focus
    • Overcoming Challenges. Here's How It Can Be Done
    • Gender Disparity in Hollywood
    • What Better Indication of Rampant Sexual Objectification of Women Than This! Salaries of Hollywood Stars by Age and Gender (In US$ 000s)
    • Diverse Films Generate More Revenues! It's a Fact
    • What are the Solutions to Encourage & Build Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Movie Industry?
  • 4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
    • TABLE 1: World Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Market Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030
    • TABLE 2: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 3: World 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets for Years 2025 & 2030
    • TABLE 4: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 5: World 6-Year Perspective for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2025 & 2030
    • TABLE 6: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for External Partnerships by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 7: World 6-Year Perspective for External Partnerships by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2025 & 2030
    • TABLE 8: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Training & Development by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 9: World 6-Year Perspective for Training & Development by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2025 & 2030
    • TABLE 10: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Recruitment by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 11: World 6-Year Perspective for Recruitment by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2025 & 2030
    • TABLE 12: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other Segments by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 13: World 6-Year Perspective for Other Segments by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for USA, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2025 & 2030

III. MARKET ANALYSIS

  • UNITED STATES
    • Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2025 (E)
    • TABLE 14: USA Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 15: USA 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments for the Years 2025 & 2030
  • CANADA
    • TABLE 16: Canada Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 17: Canada 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments for the Years 2025 & 2030
  • EUROPE
    • Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2025 (E)
    • TABLE 18: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK and Rest of Europe Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 19: Europe 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for France, Germany, Italy, UK and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2025 & 2030
    • TABLE 20: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 21: Europe 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments for the Years 2025 & 2030
  • FRANCE
    • TABLE 22: France Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 23: France 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments for the Years 2025 & 2030
  • GERMANY
    • TABLE 24: Germany Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 25: Germany 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments for the Years 2025 & 2030
  • ITALY
    • TABLE 26: Italy Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 27: Italy 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments for the Years 2025 & 2030
  • UNITED KINGDOM
    • TABLE 28: UK Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 29: UK 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments for the Years 2025 & 2030
  • REST OF EUROPE
    • TABLE 30: Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 31: Rest of Europe 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments for the Years 2025 & 2030
  • ASIA-PACIFIC
    • Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2025 (E)
    • TABLE 32: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 33: Asia-Pacific 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments for the Years 2025 & 2030
  • REST OF WORLD
    • TABLE 34: Rest of World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments - Independent Analysis of Annual Spending in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
    • TABLE 35: Rest of World 6-Year Perspective for Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Value Spending for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), External Partnerships, Training & Development, Recruitment and Other Segments for the Years 2025 & 2030

IV. COMPETITION