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How to build an inclusive workplace

How to build an inclusive workplace Purpose – Describes the role of HR in creating an inclusive workplace. Design/methodology/approach – Explains how organizations can build an inclusive workplace that addresses the diverse needs of different employee groups. Findings – Shows that affirmative action is an important first step toward managing diversity, but successful management of diversity goes beyond merely complying with the letter of the law. Practical implications – Advances the view that scholarship programs for minority members, diversity scorecards, mentoring programs, language assistance, diversity councils and support from relevant stakeholders can go a long way in ensuring an inclusive work environment. Social implications – Argues that the effective management of diversity is a business and social imperative. Originality/value – Provides insights into how organizations can effectively manage workplace diversity. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png Human Resource Management International Digest Emerald Publishing

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Publisher
Emerald Publishing
Copyright
Copyright © Emerald Group Publishing Limited
ISSN
0967-0734
DOI
10.1108/HRMID-07-2015-0130
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Abstract

Purpose – Describes the role of HR in creating an inclusive workplace. Design/methodology/approach – Explains how organizations can build an inclusive workplace that addresses the diverse needs of different employee groups. Findings – Shows that affirmative action is an important first step toward managing diversity, but successful management of diversity goes beyond merely complying with the letter of the law. Practical implications – Advances the view that scholarship programs for minority members, diversity scorecards, mentoring programs, language assistance, diversity councils and support from relevant stakeholders can go a long way in ensuring an inclusive work environment. Social implications – Argues that the effective management of diversity is a business and social imperative. Originality/value – Provides insights into how organizations can effectively manage workplace diversity.

Journal

Human Resource Management International DigestEmerald Publishing

Published: Oct 12, 2015

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