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12. Diversity and Inclusion

Author : Alan Coppin

Published in: The Human Capital Imperative

Publisher: Springer International Publishing

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Abstract

Broadly, diversity is any aspect that can be used to differentiate groups and people from one another. In practice, it means respect for and appreciation of differences in ethnicity, gender, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, education and religion. But it is more than just a list. We all bring with us diverse perspectives, work experiences, life styles and cultures. As a source and lever of innovation, diversity and in particular ‘diversity of thinking’ has a critical part to play. At board level it is a dimension that negates ‘group think’.

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Title: Diversity and Inclusion
Author: Alan Coppin
Publisher: Springer International Publishing
Book: The Human Capital Imperative
Print ISBN: 978-3-319-49120-2

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-319-49121-9

Copyright Year: 2017
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-49121-9_12