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What is Diversity?

What is Diversity?. All differences that define each of us as unique individuals, such as: Culture Ethnicity Race Gender Nationality. Age Religion Disability Sexual orientation Education. Benefits. When we acknowledge our biases, have an open mind, and respect differences :

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What is Diversity?

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  1. What is Diversity? All differences that define each of us as unique individuals, such as: • Culture • Ethnicity • Race • Gender • Nationality • Age • Religion • Disability • Sexual orientation • Education

  2. Benefits When we acknowledge our biases, have an open mind, and respect differences: • Increased effectiveness of team members • Reduced conflict • Increased morale, decreased turnover • Decrease in discrimination claims • Better communication

  3. Recognizing Diversity • Differences arise from backgrounds and culture • Differences are not always visible • Every difference has its strengths and weaknesses • One is not better or worse than another

  4. Approaching Diversity • Be aware of and respect our differences • Be sensitive and fair with others • Recognize everyone has different needs • Acknowledge contributions with positive strokes • Recognize our own prejudices

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