Diversity basics
What is the term for the practice of inclusion and acceptance of employees from all backgrounds in a workplace?
Diversity Management
name 1 benefit of diversity in a workplace
Boost Problem solving capacity
Greater productivity within workplace
Allows more general ideas of all sorts to be heard
This diversity of talent means a broader range of skills among employees
Opens social network
Name one reason people may resist diversity in a workplace
Fear of change
Unconscious bias
Misunderstandings diversity's benefits
Perceived threats to job security
Potential cultural clashes
What is one way companies can accommodate diverse employees needs?
Offer flexible work arrangements
What type of diversity includes people from different cultural backgrounds?
Ethnic diversity
Diversity in the workplace means the inclusion of employees regardless of differences in areas such as age, race, and education. True or false?
True
How does workplace diversity boost problem-solving?
By bringing a wider range of ideas and perspectives
What can cause misunderstandings about the benefits of diversity?
Lack of awareness or education about its positive effects
How can workplaces show respect for diverse religious practices?
By accommodating different beliefs and practices
What type of diversity involves sexual orientation?
LGBQT+ diversity
What types of differences does diversity management include?
Ethnicity, Education, Religion, Race, Age, Sexual orientation, Age, or Disability
What does having diverse ideas in the workplace allow for?
It allows more general ideas of all sorts to be heard
What can diversity lead to in the workplace, creating challenges ?
Potential cultural clashes
what does diversity in a work environment look like?
It includes respecting and accommodating various backgrounds, beliefs, and needs.
What is age diversity in the workplace?
Having employees of varying ages, from young adults to older generation
What term describes unconscious stereotypes people may have?
Unconscious bias
What type of network does workplace diversity help open?
Social networks
What misunderstanding might prevent someone from supporting workplace diversity?
Misunderstanding its benefits
What type of training helps employees understand diversity better?
Diversity and inclusion training
Where can you see an example of age diversity in the workforce?
Grocery stores
Why is diversity management important for a company's culture?
It fosters collaborations, creativity, and a stronger, unified team.
How does diversity contribute to a company's overall success?
It increases creativity and improves decision-making by drawing from diverse experiences and knowledge
What is one potential fear people have regarding workplace diversity
Fear of change or perceived threats to job security
What action can workplaces take to support employees with different religious backgrounds
Providing time off for religious holidays
Name at least 4 types of diversity
Ethnicity, Education, Religion, Race, Age, Sexual orientation, Age, or Disability