In this category, you can find articles relating to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. A diverse and inclusive workplace is one that makes all employees feel equally involved. Inclusive workplaces create a culture of equal opportunity, where everyone can feel included and supported in all areas of the workplace, regardless of who they are or what they do for the business.
Diversity and inclusion are two interconnected concepts. Diversity is about representation and avoiding unconscious biases, whereas inclusion is about how well the contributions and perspectives of different groups of people are valued and integrated into the work environment.
We look at how to take positive steps to attract a more diverse workforce with diverse talents, broader skills, and perspectives by looking at its inclusion policies. For some companies, cultural diversity is the issue, and it can seem like a minefield to know where to start. However, small changes can have a huge effect on workplace diversity and inclusion in your company and work environment.
This blog looks at improving diversity AND inclusion because an environment can have ethnic diversity, people with disability, gender identity, different sexual orientations but only the perspectives of certain groups are valued, carry any authority or influence. This means the environment is diverse, but not inclusive. Do you have diversity in your recruiting, are your departments inclusive?