Topic 2: Foster diversity

Fostering diversity by managers entails demonstrating the ability to create a discrimination and harassment free workplace. A leader must breed a culture of fair treatment when it comes to the promotion and development of their staff members. Modelling behaviour is the basis for encouraging others to behave in the same way.

Acknowledging and accepting diversity is the beginning of understanding the benefits of having a diverse workforce. Putting plans in place and adapting to changes in the workforce can only make the team around you stronger. Managers must lead the way by encouraging others to be supportive of differences and by seeing the value of those differences.

When a team collaborates for the greater good of the company and their client’s, great things can be achieved.

In this topic you will learn how to:

2A Provide a role model for others that demonstrates respect for diversity 

2B Assist colleagues to accept diversity of colleagues and clients 

2C Develop and plan work practices that show respect for workplace diversity 

2D Identify and adapt professional development opportunities to address the needs of a diverse workforce

2E Generate a supportive workplace by valuing and promoting the benefits of a diverse workforce

2F Identify and use diversity factors to address diversity objectives of the workplace

2G Value and encourage collaboration and the experience of working with diverse clients and colleagues