What is diversity ?

Diversity is defined as all the characterstics and experience that defines each of us individually. A diverse workplace aims to create an inclusive culture that values and uses the talent of all its employees.


ENCOURAGING EMPLOYERS TO CREATE DIVERSITY

There are many benefits of creating diversity in the workforce. Companies need to make sure that employees feel connected with their co-workers and they are always encouraged to do thier best.
Creating a diverse workforce environment means thats there will be an incresing creativity.

TIPS TO INCREASE WORKPLACE DIVERSITY

• Develop a Hiring Strategy to make your Workforce Resembles the Community you Operate in.
• Ask existing employees for referals
• Provide diversity training in your workplace.

Below are some of the advantages and disadvantages of increasing workforce diversity:-

ADVANTAGES:-
   
                            1:- Creativity increase
                            2:- Productivity increases
                            3:- New attitudes
                            4:- Language skills
                            5:- New processes

DISADVANTAGES:-

                            1:- Increase in the cost of training
                            2:- Reverse discrimination
                            3:- Impaired freedom of speech
                            4:- Competition rather than teamwork


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