Unlocking the Potential of Diversity in Organisations

ISBN-13: 9783031104046 / Angielski / Miękka / 2023

Anthony Smith-Meyer

Opis

This book seeks to explain the nature of discrimination and exclusion and why these are so prevalent in our societies. The continued failure to overcome these obstacles prevent organisations from taking advantage of the significant benefits and returns that come from being inclusive in the face of diversity. It explores the key drivers of non-inclusive behavior and how they can be countered before providing guidance on how organisations can successfully pursue inclusive culture change. With a mix of applied academic theory, practical examples and real-world experiences, the book examines the topic of D&I from four perspectives: (I) Why diversity and inclusion matters. (II) The forces of exclusion and isolation. (III)The imperative conditions of change. (IV)The organisation of the culture transformation process.In doing so, the book meets the diverse needs of those involved in corporate governance, board members, executives, and even consultants who want to understand the intricacies of cultural diversity and inclusion and why so many programmes fail. For academics in organisational behavior, equity, diversity, and inclusion, trained in the social sciences and anthropology, the book offers a guide to the practical application of theory and the implementation of policies that cannot rely on the assumption of stability and consistency. This book is an invitation to anyone who wants to take on the challenge of making a difference and organisational change a reality.Dr. Doyin Atewologun, psychologist, scientist, practitioner and leading expert in the field of promoting inclusion and excellence in organizations, provided valuable consultancy to the author during the creation of this book.

Spis treści

Part I. Of Diversity and Discrimination.- Chapter 1. The Sins of Our Fathers.- Chapter 2. Times of Change – Where Are We Now?.- Chapter 3. Diversity Rocks – Why Do We Care?.- Part II. Identifying the Scale of the Challenge.- Chapter 4. Birds of a Feather Flock Together – Living Apart Together.- Chapter 5. Breaking the Mould – Why Traditional D&I Programmes Fail.- Part III. Campaigning for Change.- Chapter 6. Culture Change – What It Is and How It Works.- Chapter 7. Office Politics – How Organisational Dynamics Help or Hinder Change.- Chapter 8. Office Politics – Marketing the Change.- Chapter 9. Imperative Conditions of Change – What Are the Critical Success Factors?.- Chapter 10. Inclusive Leadership – the Imperative Inclusive Leadership Traits.- Chapter 11. Clearing the Attic – the Imperative Condition of a Trust Culture.- Chapter 12. Living Dialogue – the Imperative Condition of a Living Conversation.- Chapter 13. Living Dialogue – the Imperative Condition of a Living Conversation.- Part IV. The Governance of D&I – Best Practice Standards.- Chapter 14. Inclusive Governance – Making It Happen.- Chapter 15. Inclusion Metrics – Defining Success of Diversity & Inclusion.- Chapter 16. Be the Change - Corporate Responsibility and Impact Beyond the Firm.- Chapter 17. Best Practice Standards – From Compliance to Culture.- Chapter 18. Conclusion.

O autorze

Anthony Smith-Meyer is a specialist within governance, compliance and topics relating to organisational behavior. Currently he is the Executive Director of the Institute for Financial Integrity and Sustainability (Luxembourg) and is founder of an idea-creation network known as the GovernanceProject.org. Previously he has been a  member of the Group Executive Committee of Compliance and Control at BNP Paribas. He holds the UK Institute of Directors Diploma in Corporate Direction, is a certified director of the Institut Luxembourgeois des Administrateurs, and is a university and independent lecturer, trainer, coach and advisor in matters relating to management, corporate governance and compliance. Applying his extensive governance experience to the subject of diversity, inclusion, and race in collaboration with a leading expert in these fields, Dr Doyin Atewologun, Anthony provides a valuable answer to those who seek meaningful and inclusive organisational change.

Blurb

This book seeks to explain the nature of discrimination and exclusion and why these are so prevalent in our societies. The continued failure to overcome these obstacles prevent organisations from taking advantage of the significant benefits and returns that come from being inclusive in the face of diversity. It explores the key drivers of non-inclusive behavior and how they can be countered before providing guidance on how organisations can successfully pursue inclusive culture change. With a mix of applied academic theory, practical examples and real-world experiences, the book examines the topic of D&I from four perspectives: (I) Why diversity and inclusion matters. (II) The forces of exclusion and isolation. (III)The imperative conditions of change. (IV)The organisation of the culture transformation process.

In doing so, the book meets the diverse needs of those involved in corporate governance, board members, executives, and even consultants who want to understand the intricacies of cultural diversity and inclusion and why so many programmes fail. For academics in organisational behavior, equity, diversity, and inclusion, trained in the social sciences and anthropology, the book offers a guide to the practical application of theory and the implementation of policies that cannot rely on the assumption of stability and consistency. This book is an invitation to anyone who wants to take on the challenge of making a difference and organisational change a reality.