Diversity, inclusion and Teamwork

Question 1

What is meant by the term unconscious bias

Answer 1

Unconscious bias is when people make quick judgments and assessments of people & situations without realising. These can be influenced by our backgrounds or personal experiences.

Question 2

How are team members selected?

Answer 2

Depending on what is required for the project.
Specialist knowledge
To supply specialist components during certain phases of the project.

Question 3

How are team members appointed?

Answer 3

A form of appointment. Terms of the appointment are to be set out in writing as soon as is practically possible, defining the scope of services that are likely to be required and the fee that will be charged for those services.

Question 4

How are people appointed in AAP?

Answer 4

On Connect there’s a template for LOE - Letter of engagement and the terms and conditions which set out the service, fees, timescale, and insurance & liability.

Question 5

What’s the importance & business value of diversity in a team?

Answer 5

• Different ideas & new ways of thinking
• Different backgrounds bring different experiences
• A diverse workforce adds to employer brand & company culture.

Question 6

What is & are formal communication processes

Answer 6

The process of exchanging information by official procedures and systems, etc. in the organizational structure.
Such as;
- Meetings
- Microsoft Teams
- Connect
- Skype for business
- Email

Question 7

What is inclusive communication?

Answer 7

Inclusive Communication is sharing information in a way that everybody can understand. People understand and express themselves in different ways.

Listening
Training
Body Language
Encouragement and Feedback

Question 8

How does partnering & collaborative working affect the team?

Answer 8

Pools together talent and strengths
Develops employees by interaction and sharing ideas, picking up new skills
Increased efficiency

Question 9

AAP internal policies

Answer 9

AAP Shared Values - Showing respect for & value all individuals, understanding diverse backgrounds, experience styles, approaches & ideas,

Employee Handbook - Dignity at work policy, covered bullying, and harassment in the workplace & any work-related setting

Equal opportunities policy - Company committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, avoiding unlawful discrimination

Formal Complaint Procedure

Question 10

Equality Act 2010

Answer 10

A discrimination law which protects individuals from unfair treatment and promotes a fair and equal society

The Act provides a legal framework to protect the rights of individuals and advance equality of opportunity for all.

It has 9 main pieces for legislation

• equal pay
• sex discrimination
• race relations act
• disability discrimination