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Research shows that diverse and inclusive organisations are more able to gain market share, increase brand reputation and retain top talent which results in them being more highly valued.

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Inclusive teams where everyone feels valued, more connected and able to speak their mind are more able to work together well to overcome challenges.

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Organisations used to dealing with difference and change can respond more flexibly to external and environmental changes.

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Inclusive environments both attract and retain talent enabling businesses to grow more easily.

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Diversity of thought, behaviour and experiences can lead to more creative ideas.

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Inclusive workplaces allow all staff to be more authentic bringing their true selves to work, instead of trying to mimic the perceived mould who they should be. More tine and energy spent on work, rather than hiding details of who they are.

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Organisations used to dealing with difference and change can respond more flexibly to external and environmental changes.

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Diverse and inclusive workforces are more tuned into the needs and perspectives of different people, increasing empathetic behaviour and sensitivity to other people

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Greater diversity brings more perspectives which increase insight across the entire workforce

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Ability to more quickly and easily integrate staff

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Ability to more quickly and easily integrate staff

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Employers that foster diverse and inclusive working environments will be more welcoming for everyone and enable new  joiners to integrate more quickly and easily and well as integrate staff across the organisation

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Why is diversity and inclusion good for business?

What is the downside?

What is missing from this list?

How can we ensure diversity and inclusion is embedded in all we do?

How can we ensure commitment to diversity and inclusion and accelerate progress?

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Research shows diverse organisations perform better and get better results.

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Organisations with an ongoing focus on building an inclusive culture are more empathetic and encourage stronger & deeper relationships to form

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Diverse workforces bring together people who compliment each other, not replicate each other. This broadens the overall coverage in terms of skills, knowledge, perspectives and experiences.

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Positive impact on culture, conduct and risk

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Positive impact on culture, conduct and risk

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Reduce blind spots and increase holistic view

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Reduce blind spots and increase holistic view

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Given all of the benefits of diversity & inclusion those organisation leading the way are also getting ahead of the competition

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Improved Customer Connection &  Experience

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Improved Customer Connection &  Experience

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Diverse teams are more likely to be able to relate to, understand and respond to diverse customer needs

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Larger pool of perspectives with a broader range of experiences, backgrounds and interests to draw upon make for better problem solving and idea generation

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Diverse and inclusive workplaces attract talent and because they value and support everyone they retain staff.

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Diverse organisations are increasingly more attractive not only to women and minorities, but anyone who wants to work for more enlightened organisations who place inclusion and staff wellbeing high on the agenda

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To meet requirements of large institution's policies around diversity and inclusion of suppliers/partners

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To meet requirements of large institution's policies around diversity and inclusion of suppliers/partners

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Organisations with diverse workforces are more likely to be representative of their customers, partners, suppliers and other stakeholders

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Greater range of perspectives, skills, experiences, interests and background to draw upon

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An inclusive approach to recruitment and retention will broaden the pool of potential talent and enhance the appeal to prospective job candidates.

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Technology creators that are representative of their users are more likely to create better solutions as they have a better understanding of their needs. Diverse teams will be able to better serve mass market audiences as well as minority groups.

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Diverse and inclusive teams drive better social cohesion and create more opportunities for the underrepresented

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There is huge brand value associated with being diverse and inclusive and organisations face huge public criticism when their brand does not represent the diversity of society