Developing white men as allies for DE&I is a bold and courageous approach to taking change to the next level. It's good for white men to improve their leadership effectiveness, it's good for Outsider group members (BIPOC and women) to have some of the burdens lifted, and it's good for companies, communities, and society.

Real change only happens if influential white male leaders fully engage and are on board with DE&I values and goals. The best way to capitalize on white males' power and influence is to give them a meaningful role and purpose in the diversity work.