Primary dimensions of diversity reflect characteristics that are relevant & cannot change.
G-ender A-ge M-mental & physical E-thnicity/culture R-race S-sexual affection
Secondary Dimensions-are those that can change:
Work ethic Income Marital status Experience Religious beliefs Personality Educational background Language abilities Strengths Temperaments
Diversity Awareness Is:
The ability to recognize & respond to the needs of various groups within an organization to improve working relationships.
Diversity supportive organizations exhibit the following 5 characteristics:
M-ainstream E-ncourage ownership of initiatives T-hink inclusively A-ct proactively L-eadership-driven
Leading Diversity the FAIR way:
F-eedback
A-ssistance
I-nclusion
R-espect