This document discusses diversity and inclusion in the CGIAR (Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research). It argues that diversity and inclusion are important for three reasons: research has shown companies with diverse workforces have higher financial returns; CGIAR is increasingly operating like a business and can benefit from diverse perspectives; and achieving global impacts requires understanding different partners and cultures. The document examines current diversity trends in CGIAR in terms of gender and nationality. It acknowledges there is limited data and calls for more measurement to help manage diversity. It suggests solutions for CGIAR's future like affirmative action, improving recruitment, retention, and training, and developing an "diversity ecosystem" with holistic change management. The key message is CGIAR's success requires recognizing,