Diversity, inclusion and teamworking Flashcards
Can you talk me through Bruntwoods Diversity and Inclusion policy?
*Commitment to creating a safe, inclusive culture
*Celebrate diversity, promote equity, monitor the makeup of Bruntwood across the protected characteristics
*Sets out what employees and managers can do to help create an inclusive workplace, eg understand peoples point of views, be aware of different cultures and customs
Can you give me an example of unconscious bias?
Associated age with knowledge
How is the RICS addressing diversity?
*Incorporated DEI into Rules of Conduct providing resource and guidance
*Online training
*New diversity and training panel
Key aspects/skills of team-working?
Listening
Discussing
Persuading
Respect
Helping
Sharing
Participating
Communication
Reflection
Can you give an example of when you worked well as part of a team?
My role requires me to work across different departments, when working through different design stages I have to ensure I listen and respect to the feedback from departments, encourage discussion and communication.
What is the Equality Act 2010?
Provide broader protection against discrimination and inequality
Against 9 protected characteristics
What is your understanding of inclusion in the work place?
Creating an environment and culture where all employees feel they belong and comfortable to voice their opinions
What are the advantages of a diverse team?
Increased productivity due to broader range of skills
Increased creativity from different perspectives
Improved cultural awareness
Positive reputation
What is work place diversity?
Acceptance and inclusion of employees from all background
What Rule of Conduct applies to diversity, inclusion and teamwork?
Rule 4 outlines Respect, requires members and firms to encourage diversity and inclusion
