{"id":602,"date":"2021-12-01T17:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-12-01T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.jointhire.com.sg\/?p=602"},"modified":"2021-11-30T11:58:15","modified_gmt":"2021-11-30T03:58:15","slug":"how-to-promote-di-in-the-workplace-in-2021","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.jointhire.com.sg\/?p=602","title":{"rendered":"How to Promote D&I in the Workplace in 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Many Singaporeans see the issue of diversity and inclusion as an HR prerogative, but can I be real with you here for a sec? This is not the case \u2013 well, it\u2019s true to some extent! See, yes, the HR team is responsible for driving diversity and inclusion in an organization, but so as to realize it fully, leadership is needed, especially one that works from top to bottom. Basically, the entire organization, from the top leadership, all the way to the junior staff, must play a role to realize the dream and all its benefits. Now, let\u2019s ask ourselves, how one can promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace in 2021, going to 2022:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How do you promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1 \u2013 Set diversity and inclusion goals<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How you set goals so as to achieve everything you want, including business growth? Well, it\u2019s equally important that you set smart diversity and inclusion goals<\/a>, so as to realize them. Remember to make sure that the goals you set are more specific and tangible, and must be in line with your talent and business priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 \u2013 Educate your employees through training<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Employees are a very crucial part of any company, and if they are not adequately trained, especially on diversity and inclusion, then there is no way they can be expected to cultivate it. So, it\u2019s important that the employees are properly trained to be sensitive to everyone, regardless of their backgrounds or cultures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 \u2013 Create a diversity and inclusion council<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Normally, you are always more likely to find departmental heads responsible for leading their respective teams towards larger business goals. The same can be done so as to realize your diversity and inclusion goals. Form a council consisting of top-level leaders from across the board that would be responsible for driving the D&I agenda in the organization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4 \u2013 Evaluate your leadership team<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Having a diverse set of leaders always brings a sense of inclusion to a company. So, you need to evaluate the company\u2019s leadership team \u2013 is it diversely represented? Or does it reflect your customer base? If not, then something got to change right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What are the top Do\u2019s in Company D&I Practices in Singapore?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1 \u2013 Implement relevant diversity programmes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

More and more and companies in Singapore do understand the importance of having a diverse workforce. And as such, they started implementing diversity programmes, which are meant to instil serious emphasis on the subject. The programs target all levels of staff, from the top management to the junior members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 \u2013 Avoid unconscious bias<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To fully realize diversity and inclusion in the companies, they must teach their employees, and everyone involved to avoid unconscious bias, which really inhibits its success. The company leaders must work extra hard to even point out the bias, which may at times go unnoticed, and be sure to create awareness towards real change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 \u2013 Create an environment that shows support<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To ensure that diversity blossoms, companies must create an environment that supports everyone brought on board. Failure to which all the efforts will lead to nothing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Final Thought<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to building a diverse and inclusive workforce, just know that you can\u2019t achieve it overnight. It\u2019s a bit of work! However, with commitment and making conscious efforts to drive change, it is very possible. We wish you the very best in this endeavour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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