Diversity and inclusion are growing in popularity not just in the sphere of politics but also in the world of business. Besides the popularity, a growing expectation is emerging, spurred on by evidence showing that D&I are powerful tools for creating economic prosperity. With the bar set high, implementing these...
Diversity and inclusion are unavoidable topics in the modern world. Not just as a political and social issue but as a factor that plays into the economic success of companies. A 2020 McKinsey report shared that companies with higher levels of diversity outperform more homogenous companies. For instance, a company...
The term “diversity” gets thrown around a lot these days. You may have heard it used in relation to race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or even political affiliation. But what does diversity actually mean? And why is it important in the workplace? Diversity can be defined as “the state of being...
Inclusive leadership is the key to building a diverse and engaged workforce. According to Forbes Magazine, inclusive leaders understand that employees are more likely to be engaged and productive in an environment where they feel like they belong. This means creating a workplace where everyone feels like they have a...
In any organization, people are invaluable ‘resources’. In order to be successful, every organization must align its HR strategies with emerging insights. Over the years, HR departments at companies have undergone gradual changes due to the advancement of technology. The biggest challenges HR professionals face today carry a social component. What social...
The acceleration of the phenomenon of “globalization” has made it possible for international organizations to increasingly invest in global teams with members from different countries and different ethnic groups, thus finding greater diversity in the workforce. According to a report published by LinkedIn in 2020, almost 77% of HR professionals...
The term androgynous leader feels new but is not. The term was first introduced in the 1970s by the United States management consultant, Warren Bennis. But it has been gaining momentum since the 1990s as more people are moving towards gender equality in leadership positions. In many debates, the conception of...
Victoria's Secret wants to diversify: with Sofía Jirau from Puerto Rico, a model with Down syndrome presents the famous brand's underwear for the first time. The 24-year-old Puerto Rican celebrated the achievement on Valentine's Day, after the debut of the “Love Cloud” collection, an underwear line. You can find the...
Diversity and inclusion in the workplace have taken the world by storm. Many small-medium-large businesses have been practising these concepts of human equality within their organizations. If you, being a leader, are planning to implement diversity within your organization, you can learn a lot from Hannah Arendt. The German-American political...
Black Pete: Dutch Disgrace? Despite a UN call to reform an offensive tradition in the Netherlands, Black Pete is still a part of some holiday celebrations at this time of year. Will tradition ever give way to changing attitudes? Joining us is Quinsy Gario, Performance Artist and Anti-Black Pete Activist; Pam Evenhuis,...
