We realize having a diverse workforce does not automatically mean everyone feels included, valued or supported. Stereotypes often lurk beneath the surface and these underlying attitudes could affect interactions and engagement amongst the staff. These beliefs can permeate into different parts of the people-related work environment including recruitment, promotion, talent development and career pathing. To shine light on this challenge, we must take action to consistently and comprehensively address the issue.

We will begin to address these challenges by improving the self-awareness of the biases that exist through unconscious bias conversations and workshops. Diversity and inclusion (D&I) committee members will be engaged to facilitate the conversations and workshops globally to ensure a comprehensive approach. Subsequent to discussions and workshops, the D&I committees will regroup, debrief and edit the content to ensure continuous improvement.

By reaching an extensive section of our employee base, we can shift the perspective and demonstrate the worthiness of enhancing the diversity of our business. A regular and sustained cadence of events will grow our resolve for a robust D&I journey. This is more than an advantage in the business world, the awareness will also improve personal interactions.