IDEAL Change Management Toolkit

Navigate DEI Transformation with Confidence
Is your organization ready to implement lasting DEI change, but unsure how to manage the complexities? The IDEAL Change Management Plan is your go-to resource for ensuring smooth, effective transitions as you embed DEI principles into your organizational culture.
 
Table of Contents
Making the Case for IDEAL (Data + Research for the "why")
IDEAL Listening Facilitation Plan
IDEAL Core Messages
IDEAL Stakeholder Analysis
IDEAL Sponsor Roadmap
IDEAL Communication Plan
 
What You’ll Get: 
A Central Repository for Change: This Excel Document gives you the framework for planning different aspects of the change journey, in a fully customizable format you can make your own.
The "Why for DEI": A primer to help you clearly articulate all the reasons why DEI is so important, backed by data, research, and logic.
Tailored Templates: Design each aspect of your change management strategy with user-friendly templates that guide you through listening session facilitation, stakeholder analysis, and sponsor engagement.
Core Messaging Guide: A “one-stop-shop” that will form the basis for ongoing communication about the why, what, how, when, where, and who for the change.
Communication Plan Template: Ensure that all key players are on board with a framework for engaging and communicating with stakeholders throughout the change process.
Guided Experience: A brief video tutorial walks you through the purpose and use of each tab, ensuring you’re equipped to maximize the toolkit’s potential.
Step-by-Step Guidance: Embedded comments within the document offer detailed explanations and tips for each component, making it easy to customize and apply to your specific needs.
 
Why Choose the IDEAL Change Management Plan?
The IDEAL Change Management Plan equips you with the necessary tools to manage DEI initiatives effectively, building momentum and support. This plan is your blueprint for embedding DEI into the fabric of your organization, creating lasting impact.