The Inclusive Team
After two decades working with leaders and teams across sectors, continents, and leadership levels, Melody Moore grew frustrated with a glaring gap in most DEI efforts. While organisations poured energy into developing ‘inclusive leaders’ or tackling individual bias, almost no one was focusing on where inclusion really lives (or dies): the team environment.
That’s why she created The Inclusive Team™ – a practical, evidence-based model that brings inclusion and performance together at the level where culture actually happens. Drawing on her experience leading the UK & Ireland DEI practice for a global consultancy, as well as her deep expertise in team development, Melody designed a framework that integrates not just DEI, but also the core behaviours that make high performance teams.
Inspired by insights from psychological safety (Amy Edmondson), growth mindset (Carol Dweck), and intellectual humility (Shane Snow), this model bridges theory and practice—giving leaders and teams the tools they need to build environments where everyone can belong and perform.
The result is five clusters – Trust, Alignment, Growth, Adaptability and Respect – and ten sub-clusters (shown on the outside of the model) that capture the key elements of an inclusive high performing team as illustrated in the diagram above.
The model is designed to help you build a more inclusive culture one team at a time.
Liberare Consulting Services
At Liberare Consulting, we offer a range of team development services grounded in The Inclusive Team™ model. Whether it’s facilitated team away-days, workshops for individual teams, or organisation-wide initiatives, we collaborate with you to embed inclusion into the fabric of your teams.
Interested in leveraging the model or diagnostic in your organisation? Contact us to discuss how we can support your journey towards a more inclusive and high performing culture.
Inclusive Team Diagnostic
Our comprehensive online diagnostic tool assesses the strengths and development areas of your team across the five clusters and ten sub-clusters of The Inclusive Team™ model. Available in three versions:
Individual Version: For participants in Inclusive Team workshops, providing a personal perspective on team performance.
Self-Assessment Version: Helps individuals understand their personal contribution to an inclusive, high-performing team.
Team Version: Aggregates responses from intact teams, offering insights into collective perceptions and areas for growth.
The diagnostic is accessible to experienced DEI, L&D, or Team Development professionals who complete The Inclusive Team™ Accreditation Programme. Learn more about the programme here
The Inclusive Team Book
Authored by Melody Moore, The Inclusive Team: How to Build and Develop Inclusive High Performing Teams serves as a hands-on toolkit for team leaders, members, and DEI professionals. Each cluster is explored in depth, accompanied by actionable advice and exercises to cultivate inclusive behaviours within your team.
The book includes access to downloadable materials, ensuring you have the resources needed to implement the model effectively. Discover more about the book here
Webinar
Gain deeper understanding of The Inclusive Team™ model by watching Melody Moore’s webinar, where she delves into the rationale behind the model and explains its core elements. Watch the webinar on our YouTube channel.
Stay tuned until the end for an exclusive discount code to our online store, where you can purchase signed copies of the book and our conversation cards.
Conversation Cards
Enhance team discussions with our set of 100 conversation cards, each designed to prompt reflection and dialogue around the ten sub-clusters of The Inclusive Team™ model. These cards are a versatile resource to foster inclusivity and performance in your team.
We’re passionate about creating bespoke solutions tailored to your organisation’s needs. Whether you’re interested in our services, diagnostic tools, or resources, we’re here to support your journey towards inclusive excellence.
Contact us at: help@liberareconsulting.co.uk to arrange a conversation.
