The Importance Of Diversity In Today's Work Environment

In order for diversity and inclusion to happen in today’s work environment, individuals want to be themselves at work. If they are allowed to be themselves, they will engage fully within the team, or in assigned work. The environment can significantly impact an individual’s involvement in the organization. This will result in low staff morale, increased absenteeism, and decreased productivity along with retention difficulties. An educational approach can help negate many fears that people have when it comes to addressing diversity. It is important to learn about the cultural backgrounds, lives and interests of employees outside of the workplace. Both managers and employees fear that they may say the wrong thing which can lead to being perceived as discriminatory. Employees need to know that while there are standards and expectations for appropriate behavior in the workplace, a focus on diversity is not about being perfect. Diversity and inclusion is best nurtured in an open workplace where mistakes can be used for learning and not embarrassing or shaming

Open communication is essential with the components, as well as receiving feedback from the person doing active listening. This will provide an opportunity for discussing issues related to anything going on in their life or job. Every organization is built from a unique context, but they all have room for improvements. One must remember that God is our head and we must do everything that will please the Lord. This will help us build relationships between the perspective of diversity and inclusion. The employee would feel at ease if a mistake is made knowing they still have support within the organization. God did not give up on us and He sent us a savior when we fell short. This proves that all of these things can be done in a loving way which will ultimately make the employee feel