1.6.6 Developing a Culture of Inclusion

Question 1

What are the disadvantage of organizational goals for diversity?

Answer 1

They can cause other employees to infer that woman and minorities are less qualified for positions that they hold and that they represent unfair competition for positions and promotions. As a result, minorities and women may feel excluded, disliked, or unwanted

Question 2

Employers do well when they combine diversity initiatives with what?

Answer 2

inclusion

Question 3

Why is inclusion more difficult to achieve than diversity?

Answer 3

a culture of inclusion is difficult to quantify and often required changes in individual attitudes and behaviors

Question 4

What do The Equality and Human Rights Commission describes the characteristics of an inclusive workplace?

Answer 4

• There is a welcoming workplace culture where everyone is treated with respect and dignity and everyone feels valued
• Policies are in place concerning equality and human rights, working conditions, dignity at work, employee welfare, and fair recruitment and procurement practices
• Members of staff at all levels are aware of the inclusive values of the organization and are actively consulted and involved in policy development
• The workforce is representative of the local community or customers (or if not, under-represented group are encouraged to apply)
• All employees are encouraged to develop and progress, and barriers faced by specific group and identified and action taken to address them
• Unnecessary hierarchies and occupational segregation, where groups of employees are congregated into certain areas, are discouraged
• The organization is aware of any potential tensions within the workplace, and takes action to anticipate and address them
• Inclusive strategies are fully supported and promoted by senior staff