Special Topics in HR Flashcards
A useful tool that help businesses fulfill their social corporate responsibility
DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion)
It refers to who is represented in the workplace
Diversity
It refers to fair treatment for all people in the workplace
Equity
It is an act of welcoming, supporting, respecting and valuing all individuals in the workplace
Inclusion
Employing people with different backgrounds, experiences and identities
Diversity in the Workplace
Providing employees with the resources they need to do their jobs well
Equity in the Workplace
A positive culture where employees feel welcomed, accepted and respected
Inclusion in the Workplace
This takes inclusion a step further
Belonging in the Workplace
It ensure commitment from top-level management to drive DEI initiative and integrate them
Leadership Support
Assess the current state of diversity within the organization across various dimensions
Diversity Audit
Engage with employees to understand their experience, challenges and expectations regarding inclusion and equity
Listening and Learning
Develop and communicate clear policies that promote inclusion, equity and non-discrimination
Policy Development
Provide regular training to employees and leadership to raise awareness and cultivate inclusive behaviors
Training and Education
Implement strategies to mitigate biases in recruitment processes and diversify candidate pools
Bias-free Hiring
Ensure job postings are inclusive language and accurately reflect the role’s requirements
Inclusive Language and Job Descriptions
Encourage the formation of ERG to support various affinity groups within the organization
Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s)
Creates spaces for open dialogue and feedback to address concerns and foster understanding
Open Communication
Regularly review and address pay gaps to ensure fairness across gender, race, and other demographics
Pay Equity
Ensure equal access to growth opportunities, mentorship and leadership roles irrespective of background
Opportunity Equality
Establish key performance indicators to measure the effectiveness of DEI initiative
Metrics and Analytics
Conduct periodic assessments and surveys to gauge employee satisfaction and inclusion levels
Regular Assessments
Be open to feedback and adapt strategies based on evolving needs and best practices
Flexibility and Adaptability
Integrate DEI efforts as an ongoing part of organizational ethos
Embedding DEI in Culture
Hold leaders and teams accountable for advancing DEI goals
Accountability
Communicate progress, challenges and success openly within the organization
Transparency
Reflects variations in belief, customs, languages and traditions
Cultural Diversity