What is diversity? How does diversity relate to fairness and inclusion? Where does equality link with diversity at work? And what is the significance of all of this for us as individuals?   This book of 52 perspectives from Des McCabe, (creator of the Diversity calendar and founder of Diversiton) take us in many directions – opening up new opportunities and challenges in how we view and relate to others. Perfect for team building, management development  and training exercises, the diversity perspectives are also ideal as ‘ice breakers’  for meetings and to support equality and diversity training sessions. This is an innovative, enlightening and essential personal development resource.

There are 30 important questions in this Audit of Religion & Belief in the Workplace. The Religious Questions cover  Organization policies; Training in Religion and Belief; Supporting Employee and Customer faith needs; Holidays, Dress Code, Food and Hospitality; Religious and Belief items, symbols and decorations at work; Prayer, meditation and religious practice; Business and organization benefits PLUS a Review and Action  Plan.

This is a practical resource for busy Managers, HR personnel and training staff. Help to protect your organization and its staff.

Take the 20 minute audit of Religion & Belief in the workplace, rate your performance and create an action plan.

Transgender People is an excellent introduction to the topic of transgender. It delivers clarity and best practice  advice which is invaluable especially for those facing these issues in the   workplace. There’s also a great FAQ section which deals with common questions relating to time off, toilet facilities, etc.

The Case Studies section at the end of the  book shows the implications for wider society and includes transgender stories
from Australia, San Diego, the UK, New York, Bangladesh and Canada.

This is an essential resource for all staff but especially those in Management positions and those with responsibility for training, HR, equality and diversity  matters.

RELIGIONS AND BELIEFS

This is a useful guide when meeting with people from other Religions and Beliefs: including Hinduism, Islam, the Bahá’í Faith, Buddhism, Christianity, Judaism, Sikhism and Paganism.

There is a helpful profile on each religion or belief covering topics such as: Clothing and modesty, Communication and greeting,  Dietary needs, Fasting, Religious practice, Washing and toilet,  Background, Founder, Beliefs and practices PLUS Holy Days and Celebrations.

This book is also a useful training resource and helps to promote a positive understanding of religious and cultural diversity. It offers ready-made training and support material for courses or briefing sessions with managers and front line staff.