Glossary of Definitions

Success:: The achievement of project results and outcomes as defined by the project’s proposals and verified by the review panel.
Results:: Tangible outputs or deliverables produced by project activities that demonstrate progress toward the intended outcome(s).
Milestones:: Defined progress points within the project timeline that indicate advancement toward results.
Outcomes:: Medium- to long-term changes or benefits resulting from project activities, such as improved representation of designated groups, reduction of workplace barriers, or enhanced workplace inclusion.
Outcomes Framework:: A structured approach for defining, measuring, and reporting outcomes, ensuring alignment with program objectives and accountability for impact.
Pay for Performance:: A funding model where payments are tied to the achievement of agreed-upon results or outcomes.
Barriers to Inclusion:: Proposals must demonstrate removing barriers by identifying and addressing systemic, structural, and cultural obstacles that limit equitable access, participation, and advancement for designated groups. Strategies such as revising policies, improving workplace practices, and creating inclusive tools can be included to enable employees to fully engage and thrive in their work environments.
List of Federally Regulated Industries:: Defined sectors under federal jurisdiction, such as banking, telecommunications, and transportation. Link to Federally Regulated Industries List.
Sustainability:: In the context of the WORBE program, refers to the capacity of a project or solution to grow and adapt effectively, expanding its reach or impact across additional workplaces, sectors, or regions without compromising quality or effectiveness.