Introduction to Workplace Diversity & Inclusion

Facilitator:John R. Day, Director

Office of Diversity Education Planning

Who’s Here?

Our Diversity Mix

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Ground Rules• Consider all differences

•Give yourself permission to be where you are

•What is said here STAYS here

• Contribute honestly and positively

• Expect unfinished business

•Have Fun

Creating an Inclusive Workplace

Recognizing, appreciating, valuing, and utilizing the unique talents and contributions of all individuals.

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Global Competenciesfor a Diverse Workforce

• Knowledge: The extent to which an individual possess information about others from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

• Understanding: The extent to which an individual comprehends how others feel and why they behave as they do.

• Acceptance: The extent to which an individual respects and values the diverse characteristics of others.

• Behavior: The extent to which an individual is able to interact effectively with others different from himself or herself.

Dealing with Stereotypes

Stereotype: a popular belief held about specific social groups or types of individuals.

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Activity: In the Neighborhood

The Neighbors Game

1. A Minister and his family2. A Jewish family3. A hard rock band4. A single woman, never

been married with five children

You can live in this exclusive neighborhood that has eight families. However, you can choose only one neighbor. Here are your choices:

Remember you can only choose one neighbor. List your reasons for choosing that neighbor.

5. An interracial couple with children

6. A doctor and nurse couple7. A lawyer and business

executive couple8. A deaf blind couple with

children

Developing Your Diversity Action Plan

•How can you promote diversity in your unit?

•How can you assist employees increase their awareness?•How can your respective unit become more inclusive?

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Questions

Contact UsPhone: (404) 413-2569

Email: diversity@gsu.eduWebsite: odaa.gsu.edu/diversity