AIM framework and assessment tools


The Aotearoa Inclusivity Matrix is an evidence-based framework that allows organisations to identify the maturity of their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) practices across seven components.

This framework was developed for the unique dynamics experienced by workplaces across Aotearoa New Zealand.

The seven components that form part of a strategic approach to DEI are:

  • Leadership
  • Diversity infrastructure
  • Diverse recruitment
  • Inclusive career development
  • Bi-culturalism
  • Inclusive collaboration
  • Social impact 

Supported by a suite of AIM Insights assessment tools available to our members, the framework can be used to analyse an organisation’s practices in each of these seven components across five maturity levels, ranging from starter to advanced.

Benefits for workplaces

Engaging with the Aotearoa Inclusivity Matrix allows organisations to:

  • Understand what DEI excellence looks like
  • Benchmark the maturity of their DEI journey against other organisations in their sector or workplaces with similar characteristics (size, location etc)
  • Identify and analyse gaps in current practices
  • Create a pathway to shift the organisation through the matrix maturity levels
  • Prioritise investment in their DEI journey

 Benefits for Aotearoa’s diversity landscape

The creation of the Aotearoa Inclusivity Matrix provides:

  • A national standard for workplace DEI in New Zealand
  • A strategic roadmap for the design of programmes, training and projects delivered by Diversity Works New Zealand, the national body for workplace diversity and inclusion

AIM Framework 

Download the Aotearoa Inclusivity Matrix framework and a guide to using it below. This will give you an understanding of the seven components organisations must consider when taking a strategic approach to DEI and the indicators used to measure maturity levels.

AIM Insights

AIM Insights is a suite of assessment tools available to our members that have been designed to help assess DEI maturity against the AIM framework, identify key gaps and opportunities, and create a roadmap for organisations to develop their mahi in this space.

There are three levels of support that AIM Insights can provide.

Please login with your Diversity Works New Zealand member login to access the AIM Insights tools.