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

Our differences as people are displayed in many ways. To be effective within a diverse workplace, we need to be able to recognise and understand the characteristics that make people different from each other, know how these differences can affect the individual and know how these differences can affect others in the workplace.

At work you will deal with managers and supervisors, internal customers, stakeholders and people from other organisations. Everyone you deal with will be different from you in some way. Some of these differences may not concern you at all, while for others you may need to make adjustments in your work practices or your usual way of thinking. Other people may need to make adjustments to accommodate you. Everyone needs to cooperate, respond positively to differences and respect the rights of all individuals to ensure that your organisation performs successfully.