Diversity What is it? Why does it matter? Managing diversity From your perspective

Defining Diversity Individual differences that represent underlying differences Types of diversity Gender Race Ethnicity Age Sexual orientation Disability Social class

Why Does it Matter? Legal compliance Diverse customer base Diverse employee base Changing workforce Need to access all the talent that you can

Managing Diversity Discrimination and fairness One size fits all Access and legitimacy approach Special-purpose people Learning and effectiveness Integrate differences into the organization

Managing Diversity Effectively Truly value differences Understand that this is a challenge Set high expectations for everyone Emphasize employee development Open culture Value all employees Clear mission De-emphasize bureaucracy

What Can You Do? Visibility Hard work Support from the top Initiative Right place at right time But know what the right place is Hard work Get the job done, and…. Show commitment Support from the top Not just one single mentor Careful with mentors….. Initiative Understand the organization’s goals