Bonilla, co-founder and lead education developer, also with ICN, explains: “Diversity means difference. Jones, co-founder and trainer with Inclusion Consultant Network (ICN).Ĭonsider these basics as you begin your diversity work. “Belonging is when employees truly buy into the notion that they and others are all welcome to bring their full perspectives and their true selves to the table” explains Alice H. Creating an environment where employees understand what it means to be inclusive earns your team members a sense of belonging.