Diversity Defined: Diversity is the mosaic of people who bring a variety of backgrounds, styles, perspectives, values, and beliefs as assets to the groups and organizations with which they interact.
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Honest difference of views and honest debate are not disunity. They are the vital process of policy among free men.
- Herbert Clark Hoover
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Diversity AND Inclusion
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Valuing diversity and creating inclusiveness are both the right things to do and smart business.
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The presence of diversity does not guarantee inclusiveness.
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Inclusiveness is the act or process of using the infromation, tools, skills, insights, and other talents that each individual has to offer for the mutual benefit and gain of everyone.
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Inclusiveness provides everyone with opportunities to contribute their thoughts, ideas, and concerns.
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Inclusiveness results in people feeling valued and respected.
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Inclusiveness requires conscious decisions and actions. It is achieved by the presence, alignment, and demonstration of policies, procedures, and individual behavior.
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To create an inclusive organization, everyone must be included.
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Stats at a Glance - ANSWERS
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Which age group makes up the fastest-growing internet population? Baby Boomers & Seniors
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By the year 2030, those in the workforce over the age of ____ will double. Age 55
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What terms are used to refer to the population born during the period 1981-2000? Generation Y, Millennials, Nexters, Internet Generation
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What does the acronym GLBT stand for? Gay, Lesbian, Bi-sexual and Transgender
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What is the largest minority subgroup in the United States? People with Disabilities
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Asian and Pacific Islanders include people from what places of origin? the Far East, Southeast Asia, the Indian subcontinent, or the Pacific Islands