ISSUES IN DEI Diversity Equity Inclusion INTERCULTURAL AND NEGOTIATION COMPETENCE 1 AGENDA MAY 10 Touch base – Q and A for the final exam = know the dimensions for Trompenaars and Hofstede Stereotype brainstorming and discussion Relevance for DEI and Germany Definitions for DEI Next week – Tedtalk Haley Yeates and class research on best practices 10.05.24 2 TITEL DER PRÄSENTATION | TITEL VORNAME NAME 10.05.24 3 QUOTES Germany is traditionally very competitive on the international stage when it comes to engineering sciences, so the high proportion of Indian students in IT and engineering can help the country "maintain this advantage in global economic competition.” https://www.dw.com/en/germany-targeting-indianstudents-to-address-labor-shortages/a-68890502 But a lot of work still needs to be done. Proactive measures need to be implemented by universities and employers to ensure a smooth transition for students into the workforce. Students still need legal clarity to be able to stay in Germany after their studies and obtain employment contracts. https://www.dw.com/en/germany-targeting-indian-students-to-address-labor-shortages/a-68890502 ”Germans don’t speak English very well”. Anonymous student of mine from India TITEL DER PRÄSENTATION | TITEL VORNAME NAME 10.05.24 4 DEFINITION - STEREOTYPE Things that look the same on the outside are the same on the inside. Assigning specific traits to an individual based on physical appearance or perceived membership in a specific group. *stereotypes are not reserved for minority groups 10.05.24 5 DEFINITION - PREJUDICE A negative attitude we have about a certain group or members of that group 10.05.24 6 DEFINITION - BIAS An unconscious stereotype = implicit bias Prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair. (lexico.com) “A fairly commonplace example of this is seen in studies that show that white people will frequently associate criminality with black people without even realizing they’re doing it.” (https://perception.org/research/implicit-bias/) 10.05.24 7 DEFINITION – TO DISCRIMINATE To treat someone unfairly based on prejudice or negative stereotyping 10.05.24 8 BUSINESSES WITH HIGHER DIVERSITY OUTPERFORM THEIR PEERS LINKEDIN.COM More diversity means more breadth and depth of ideas and experience. Research repeatedly shows that businesses that make diversity a priority outperform their peers. • 60% of respondents in a LinkedIn study said that diversity within their sales team has contributed to their teams’ success. • Organizations in the top quartile for gender diversity have a +25% likelihood of financially outperforming their peers. • Organizations in the top quartile for ethnic diversity have a +36% likelihood of financial outperformance. • Diverse companies earn 2.5x higher cash flow per employee. • Inclusive teams are over 35% more productive. • Diverse teams make better decisions 87% of the time. Additional Sources: McKinsey, D&I Global Market Report, Peoplemanagement https://learning.linkedin.com/resources/learning-culture/diversity-workplace-statistics-dei-importance 10.05.24 9 DEFINITION – DIVERSITY The range of human differences, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religious or ethical values system, national origin, and political beliefs. 10.05.24 10 DEFINITION – INCLUSION The involvement and empowerment, where the inherent worth and dignity of all people are recognized. An inclusive university promotes and sustains a sense of belonging; it values and practices respect for the talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of living of its members. 10.05.24 11 TYPES OF DIVERSITY Obvious Obscure Race/ethnicity Sexual orientation Gender Religion Age Cultural values Ability 10.05.24 12 THE NEGATIVE IMPACTS OF STEREOTYPING, PREJUDICE, BIAS AND DISCRIMINATION AT THE WORKPLACE Undermine relationships Organizational performance Morale Ability to compete 10.05.24 13 MANAGING DIVERSITY IN THE PAST Ignore the situation Assimilation is best Treat everyone the same 10.05.24 14 MANAGING DIVERSITY NOW Global economy Labor force composition Competition for labor New worker attitude Moral and ethical reasons Legal reasons Improved decision making Awareness of diversity issues 10.05.24 15 LEADERSHIP AND THE NEW GOLDEN RULE Take the time to learn how each person wants to be treated Recognize and utilize individual differences in order to obtain the benefits of a diverse workforce. 10.05.24 16
