Building inclusive workplaces: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives

The modern workplace is evolving to embrace inclusivity and diversity as integral components of organisational success. Research has shown that diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace boosts creativity and innovation. It also leads to better decision-making and better productivity. The paper explores the various strategies in managing diversity, equity and inclusion at the workplace. This is a qualitative study. The paper uses a semi-structured interview approach with 15 human resource professionals and managers from diverse organisations. The data is analyzed using Atlas.ti software. The findings of the study bring to the fore the major strategies and issues related to diversity, inclusion and equity. Strong leadership accountability, mapping DEI metrics to performance goals, and awareness and training programs are among the strategies that can lead to a more diverse and inclusive workplace.