1. Amanda H. HardieCapstoneFlorida State College at
Jacksonville
2. Is diversity in theworkplace possible? Are the lofty goals
ofdiversity and equalitydoomed to failure? Do the laws
governingworkplace diversity containenough specificity to deemthem
enforceable? Inclusivenessdoes theterm itself
promotesexclusiveness? How will it diversity in theworkplace affect
my futureemployment goals?In my research paper Iexamined the
currentstatus of diversity in theworkplace, its enforcementand the
power of themedia, social networkingand public
perceptioninfluencing diversity in theworkplace.
3. There are severalfederal laws:The Civil RightsAct of
1964,The Equal Pay Actof 1963The AgeDiscrimination inEmployment Act
of1967The RehabilitationAct of 1973(sections 501 and505),Title II
of theGenetic InformationNondiscriminationAct of 2008The Civil
RightsAct of 1991.
4. While celebratingdiversity is asomewhat dauntingendeavor, it
cantranslate intobottom-line profitsfor any company.From a
marketingperspective, acompany thatcelebrates andimplements a
diverseworkforce stands togain big in the publicperception of
thatcompany and itsproducts or services.
5. President, Dan Cathy, of Chick-Fil-A recently made his views
on Gaymarriage public. This created a storm among supporters and
non-supporters.
6. In July 2012, HomeDepot faced aboycott of morethan 540,000
peoplebecause HomeDepot publiclysupportshomosexualactivism (Vu,
2013).On the company website, HomeDepot defines it
diversityprograms mission thusly: Themission of The Home
DepotsSupplier Diversity Program is toform mutually
beneficialpartnerships with diversebusinesses that allow us
todeliver superior products andservices and superb customerservice,
which ultimatelyincrease shareholder value.
7. Lowes longstanding commitment to diversity and inclusionis a
core element of our business strategy and our mission toimprove the
communities we serve. Diverse perspectiveshelp us solve everyday
challenges, develop innovative ideasand grow our business. Were
dedicated to continuing tofoster an inclusive culture that promotes
diversity of thoughtand celebrates the unique talents that each
professionalbrings to Lowes. Together, were committed to treating
everycustomer, employee, community, investor and vendor withrespect
and dignity.
8. It is clear that the path of diversity is neither simple nor
clear-cut.To navigate the legal and ethical path to diversity, a
company mustbe firstly committed to this endeavor and, secondly,
committed toits implementation. This might mean investing in legal,
humanresource employees and work group of employees trained and
paidto navigate diversity in the workplace. As an employer
oremployee, diversity will affect my future in business and
myopportunities for advancement in business.
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