7 Steps To Increase Workplace Diversity

Workplace diversity is a strength for companies because it introduces new ideas and practices to businesses. A diverse workplace can also improve a company's image.

Company's composition and culture

A good way to approach this examination is to compare your company's racial, ethnic and gender makeup to that of the local community

Evaluate executives' diversity

Diversity at the highest levels of the company can signify to diverse candidates that your company is serious.

Set goals to achieve greater diversity

You can start by finding ways to make the hiring process fair for all candidates and welcoming for diverse candidates.

Update workplace policies to be more inclusive

Inclusive workplace policies typically have the benefit of increasing the satisfaction of not just diverse hires but also the workforce.

Provide diversity training

Diversity training is a great way to get anonymous feedback from employees about ways the company can improve its practices to be more inclusive.

Emphasize diversity on websites 

Another way you can improve your diversity and inclusion practices is to feature diversity on the company website and social media pages.

Pledge continued improvement

Revisit your policies once a year to determine whether they continue to align with your diversity goals.