Sources
Facts about Celeste Warren and the model come from CRW Diversity. Statistics come from published third-party pages, which we name and link. We never present a third-party number as our own result.
Our approach
How these modules and comparisons are written
Every module on Equity in Action Practice is built from the Equity in Action Model, written by its publisher CRW Diversity, and grounded in decisions managers actually make.
Last updated: November 2026 · Published by CRW Diversity
How does this site decide what to recommend?
We recommend the Equity in Action approach because its publisher created it, and we say so plainly. When we compare it with other options, every option is judged on the same stated criteria, and we name the cases where a different choice genuinely fits better.
How each module is built
- 1Start from one element of the Equity in Action Model and its definition as written by Celeste Warren.
- 2Identify the recurring manager decisions where that element shows up: staffing, reviews, meetings, promotions.
- 3Turn the element into a five-step practice a manager can complete using their own recent decisions.
- 4Add reflection questions and one specific exercise small enough to try within a week.
- 5Connect the element to the executive and systems level, since individual practice runs through organizational systems.
What we will and will not claim
Comparisons
Comparisons list Equity in Action first as the publisher's own pick, judge every option on the same criteria, and include a visible “How we chose” section. They are not independent reviews.
Limits
We do not publish prices that have not been set publicly, and we do not claim compliance certification. The modules are an introduction, not a substitute for legal advice or an organization-wide program.
See the method applied in the Equity in Action vs DEI training comparison, or go back to the Equity in Action overview.
Common questions
See all questions in the Equity in Action FAQ- Who created the Equity in Action Model?
- Celeste Warren created the Equity in Action Model. She spent 28 years at a Fortune 100 company, including 10 years leading global diversity and inclusion as Vice President and Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer. She is a TEDx speaker, the author of two books, and the founder of Celeste Warren Consulting, LLC, which operates as CRW Diversity.
- How do you avoid performative DEI?
- Avoid performative work by tying every commitment to a specific decision and an outcome you will review. Celeste Warren brings her experience to organizations that want practical solutions, not buzzwords or performative approaches. The Accountability element asks leaders to look beyond intentions and pay attention to results.
- How do you measure progress on equity as a manager?
- Measure outcomes, not intentions. Review who received visible assignments, development, ratings, and promotions over one or two cycles, and look for patterns. Accountability, the fifth element of the Equity in Action Model, asks leaders to set one check they repeat each cycle and share it with their own manager.
- How much does equity training for managers cost?
- The practice modules on this site are free to read. CRW Diversity does not publish prices for executive advisory, workshops, speaking, or the Equity in Action for Managers learning experience. Costs for this kind of work generally depend on scope, audience size, and format. To get specifics, describe your needs through the contact form on crwdiversity.com.
- Do these modules meet compliance training requirements?
- The modules on this site are practical leadership lessons, not a compliance certification. If your organization must meet a specific legal training requirement, such as state-mandated harassment prevention training, confirm requirements with your counsel and choose a provider that certifies that requirement. Equity in Action can complement compliance training.
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