Diversity and Inclusion

Question 1

The similarities and differences between individuals, accounting for all aspects of one’s personality and individual identity

Answer 1

diversity

Question 2

The laws mandate a percentage quota or other special considerations for specified minority or ethnic groups

Answer 2

The principle of “reservation”

Question 3

A focus on promoting fairness and justice via organizational structure, distinct from the notion of equality.

Answer 3

equity

Question 4

Voluntary groups for employees who share a particular diversity dimension.

Answer 4

Employee resource groups, or ERGs

Question 5

the extent to which each person in an organization feels welcomed, respected, supported, and valued as a team member

Answer 5

inclusion

Question 6

The defensive behavior occurs when an organization recruits a diverse workforce but, consciously or otherwise, promotes assimilation rather than inclusion. The subtle (if unintended) message to recruits is “you are welcome despite of who you are, not because of who you are.”

Answer 6

covering

Question 7

Covering affects workers’ behavior along four dimensions

Answer 7

Appearance, Affiliation, Association, Advocacy

Question 8

three main reasons why a strategic approach is required

Answer 8

priority, complexity, and resistance

Question 9

a task force created to define the D&I initiative and guide the process

Answer 9

diversity council

Question 10

Accenture’s three-part approach needed for comprehensive D&I training

Answer 10

Diversity awareness courses, Diversity management courses, Professional development opportunities