"I’ve long wondered why disadvantage is equated with race. Is everyone of a particular race automatically disadvantaged forever? They can’t ever get ahead without help? Talk about being patronized. If the goal is to help people get ahead, then shouldn’t it be based on economic status instead of race?"
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Now in its 13th year, The DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for Diversity is the leading assessment of diversity management in corporate America and globally. he DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for Diversity survey shows increased participation for its detailed, empirically driven ranking, which is divided into four key areas: CEO Commitment, Human Capital, Corporate and Organizational Communications, and Supplier Diversity.
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Diversity management is a process intended to create and maintain a positive work environment where the similarities and differences of individuals are valued. The literature on diversity management has mostly emphasized on organization culture; its impact on diversity openness; human resource management practices; institutional environments and organizational contexts to diversity-related pressures, expectations, requirements, and incentives; perceived practices and organizational outcomes related to managing employee diversity; and several other issues. The current study examines the potential barriers to workplace diversity and suggests strategies to enhance workplace diversity and inclusiveness.
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Ask, gather information, assess and change. Those are the basic steps for organizations to create a more inclusive environment for diverse lawyers, provided by diversity consultant Vern? Myers in her ABA presentation, “Intentional Inclusion: Key to Member Retention.” While the advice she shares is addressed to bar association leadership, Myers’ tips are useful for any organizational setting—including law firms.
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Women in Tax 2010: A Gender Trend Analysis