Renuka Bhardwaj

Diversity and inclusion are necessary fundamentals of a healthy work environment. We are living in a world where change is the only thing that is constant. People from different backgrounds are working together in MNCs with each other, which shows how adaptable we are to change. MNCs' work cultures have revolutionised the work culture.

Companies embrace diversity and inclusion in all aspects of their business. It's a driving factor of growth, income, and profit. More companies are emphasising diversity and implementing diversity and inclusion policies at all levels of the organisation.

Let's look into diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

What is Diversity?
Diversity in the workplace is a blend of different identities working in an environment with a common goal. Diversity and inclusion efforts provide voice to a variety of opinions, thoughts, and beliefs.

Diversity refers to the unique characteristics shared among people, and it includes their gender, age, religious beliefs, culture, geographical location, caste, etc.

Diversity in the workplace means that the organisation accepts people from different cultures, genders, religions, races, ages, etc.

What is inclusion?
Inclusion in the work environment is an achievement in which every worker is treated equally and respectfully, has equal opportunities, resources and fully contributes to the organisation's success.

Inclusion in the workplace is to ensure that every employee feels like a part of the organisation without any diversity. An inclusive workplace will feel valued, respected and you will see great innovations and good employee engagement and leading to business growth.

Diversity without inclusion will not support an effective work culture, you have to accept their opinions and treat everyone equally to bring inclusion into the workplace for the organisation's growth.

Benefits of workplace diversity and inclusion

Workplace diversity and inclusion have a lot of benefits, such as:
● Better Performance: Diversity in the workplace and inclusion result in better performance.
● Stability: Inclusion of employees results in a high percentage of retained employees. They are more likely to stay.
● Innovation: Diversity leads to innovation, as people with different thought processes work together.
● Better decision making: An inclusive workplace leads to better decision making as they feel their employees are welcome.

Ways to improve diversity and inclusion in the workplace Building a diverse and inclusive workplace is essential for a company's overall growth and development. Leaders can inspire and support their employees in the face of diversity change, and they should strive to create an unbiased workplace.

Let's discuss ways to improve them.
● Educate people: We have to start educating people about the diversity in work culture and help them accept the environment. This change has to first take place with the company's leaders, executives, and higher officials and be followed by the employees working below them.
● Hiring diversely: When you hire people from different sections of society based on their thoughts, opinions, and so on. You are opening the door to a positive change in the culture and growth of the organisation.
● Communicate: Every employee, at every level, should feel comfortable and included in the organisation. Better communication and connection with employees contribute to the creation of an inclusive workplace and the smooth operation of the
organisation.

Conclusion

Employees are the fuel for running your organisation. Diversity and inclusion are helpful to the growth and development of the organisation as well as its employees. It also leads to the personal growth of every individual. It promotes a sense of belonging and a desire to be better. Diversity and inclusion promote a healthy environment where every individual has healthy competition among each other.