Workplace Diversity

Diversity is a fact of life in today’s workplace. Some stakeholders see it as a way to foster positive co-worker relationships and a reflection of organizational values. Others see it as a practical necessity for high performing teams and financial success for the organization. Mere lip service to diversity is not enough.

This course explains the benefits of diversity and is designed to increase employee awareness, help build teamwork, and minimize internal conflict creating healthier and better performing teams. It introduces the concept of unconscious bias and explains how identity filters create barriers to inclusion, relationships, and performance. It also explores the challenges to diversity in the workplace.