Diversity-centered recruiting is the practice of actively seeking a wide and unique range of candidates using a process that eliminates biases, which may create an advantage or disadvantage for candidates. This recruitment system is merit-based, meaning that candidates are chosen based upon their qualifications, but it is structured to give all applicants an equal opportunity …

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Disabilities cover a broad range of visible and invisible conditions including those related to mobility, vision, hearing, cognition, self-care, and independent living. According to the CDC’s annual report, disabilities now affect approximately one in four adults living in the US – for clarity that is equal to 61 million people. Individuals with a disability are …

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The terms diversity, equity, and inclusion are often used interchangeably but are, in fact, distinct concepts, each with their own set of concerns. To understand the definitions of these terms and the various ways in which they interact, think of the actionable application of each, then establish practical strategies and clear goals to invest in …

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While blatant displays of discrimination are clearly not tolerated in the workplace, microaggressions are more subtle examples of bias that are ubiquitous and equally harmful, yet often overlooked. The term microaggression is attributed to a Harvard psychiatrist, Chester M. Pierce, and dates back to the 1970s. Dr. Derald Wing Sue, a professor at Columbia University, …

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If you are seeking ways to improve the well-being of your employees and consequently enhance the efficiency of your organization, one of the most important steps you can take is implementing diversity and inclusion training. Every organization has different needs and will therefore have different learning objectives. There can be a wide array of reasons …

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Now that you completed diversity and inclusion training, you are probably wondering what to do next. You know your employees learned a lot during their training. As a result, you likely already see many significant benefits in their behavior, both individually and as a team. You’re aware of how these changes will benefit your organization …

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Diversity and inclusion are matters of huge importance in the world today, and companies looking to succeed in the future are making them a priority. This involves a wide variety of initiatives including conducting ongoing training, setting goals, paying attention to bias in salary and hiring, thinking over succession planning, surveying employees and more. Below …

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