complianceincluding

Complianceincluding is a term used to describe an approach that integrates regulatory compliance with inclusive practices. It aims to ensure that policies, procedures, and enforcement reflect the needs of diverse stakeholders and are accessible to all likely to be affected.

Conceptually, complianceincluding blends elements of compliance management with inclusion, equity, and accessibility considerations. It encourages stakeholder involvement in policy design, multilingual and literacy-responsive materials, and bias-aware investigations.

Applications include corporate compliance programs, data protection, labor and employment, healthcare, and the public sector. Implementation involves inclusive policy drafting, training that addresses different cultural and educational backgrounds, accessible reporting channels, and fair investigation handling.

Benefits and challenges of complianceincluding include potential improvements in trust and broader coverage of laws and standards, along with reduced risk of unintentional discrimination. Challenges involve integrating additional processes, resource needs, measuring inclusion outcomes, and avoiding performative or overcomplicated frameworks.

Relationship to standards and governance: complianceincluding can align with governance, risk management, and established compliance frameworks such as ISO 37301; it can complement DEI initiatives without replacing existing regulatory requirements, instead broadening the organizational perspective on compliance.

See also: compliance, inclusion, DEI, governance, risk management.