Diversity, Inclusion and Teamworking Flashcards
What is workplace diversity?
Diversity in the workplace relates to the acceptance and inclusion of employees of all backgrounds.
Ensuring diversity in the workplace is an important asset of an organisation as it acknowledges the individual strengths of each employee and the potential they bring.
What are some advantages of a diverse team?
Increased productivity:
A diversity of talent will result in a broader range of skills amongst the team and result in increased productivity.
Increased creativity:
Differing skill sets and perspectives within the team will increase the change of generating solutions to workplace problems.
Improved cultural awareness:
A diverse range of cultures within the workplace allows companies to operate more effectively within a global market place.
A positive reputation:
Companies that have a diverse workplace are often perceived as better employers. Potential employees want an employer who accepts and is tolerant of all backgrounds and who treats their employees fairly.
Please explain your understanding of inclusion within the workplace?
Inclusion within the workplace is creating an environment and culture where all company employees feel like they belong in the organisation
This results in every employee being comfortable to voice their opinions and that no one person feels excluded on the basis of their identity
What is meant by the term unconscious bias?
Unconscious bias refers tothe associations and assumptions that a person may have about someone solely because of their race, gender or disability.
These judgements are made without conscious awareness.
These automatic assumptions and stereotypes are a major contributor to a lack of workplace diversity.
What are the pros and cons of hybrid working?
Advantages:
Improved work/life balance.
Great ability to focus with fewer distractions.
Saved commuting time and cost.
Saving on office space.
Higher levels of job satisfaction.
Disadvantages:
Loss of social connection.
Reduced collaboration.
Less recognition. Risk of burnout.
Productivity can be dependant on environment.
What are the benefits of Diversity and Inclusion?
Attract skilled professionals from diverse backgrounds.
Encourages employees to feel more connected.
Establishes a sense of belonging amoung employees.
Incrrease productivity.
Reduces staff turnover.
Emplyees feel valued and accepted.
What is RICS doing to improve Diversity and Inclusion?
RICS has set up ‘Diversity and Inclusion Leadership’ which is a knowledge hub where ideas are shared on why and how D&I is so important to RICS.
There are other initiatives such and LGBTQ+ euality pledge, International Womens Days and the McGregor-Smith Review.
What makes an effective team?
Clear objectives.
A common purpose.
Sufficient resources.
Understanding of each other strengths and weaknesses.
Being comfortable.
A combo of different personality types.
Which Rule relates to Diversity and Inclusion?
Rule 4 - Treat others with respect and encourage diversity and inclusion.
What is the aim of the Equality Act 2010?
It is aimed at preventing discrimination and promoting equality in the workplace and in society.
What are the 9 protected characteristics under the Equality Act?
Age.
Disability.
Sex.
Race.
Gender reassignment.
Pregancy and maternity.
Sexual orientation.
Marriage & Civil partnership.
Religion and belief.
How can surveyors be compliant with the Equality Act 2010?
Ensure their work environments comply with the act by avoiding any discrimination against clients and employees.
Ensure buildings and public spaces are designed to be accessible and include for all.
Treat people fairly, promoting equality and actively prevent discrimination.
What are the principles of the Inclusive Employer Quality Mark?
Leadership & Vision.
Recruitment.
Staff development.
Staff retension.
Staff Engagement.
Continuous improvement.
Why did RICS introduce the Inclusive Employer Mark?
To improve diversity & Inclusion within the property & construction sector.
