DIVERSITY IN THE WORKPLACE

This topic has been developed to assist in creating a positive and beneficial environment in a diverse workplace. Diversity includes several aspects such as age, class, ethnicity, gender, physical and mental ability, race, sexual orientation, spiritual practice and public assistance status. This topic will cover the importance of diversity in the workplace and the fears associated with the concept. It will also list common pitfalls companies encounter when trying to implement a diversity policy and how to ensure a successful program.