Demonstrate respect for diversity.

Demonstration includes

  • defining diversity and discussing its importance
  • identifying individual differences (e.g., age, gender, ethnicity, culture, race, viewpoints, socioeconomic status, and ability)
  • showing respect for and valuing individual differences in the workplace
  • being self-aware and mindful of one’s own bias
  • collaborating with people of diverse backgrounds, viewpoints, and experiences.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What is bias? What are different forms of workplace bias?
  • What is the difference between sympathy and empathy?
  • How is having respect for diversity different from being aware of diversity?
  • How does one bridge generation gaps in the workplace?
  • Why is collaboration with people of diverse backgrounds, viewpoints, and experiences important?
  • What are the benefits of having diversity in the workplace? What are the consequences of a lack of diversity in the workplace?

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