Definition of Diversity - correct answer the condition of or being composed of differing elements; variety, especially: the inclusion of different types
... [Show More] of people (as people of different races or cultures) in the group of an organization (ELO 1)
DOD Definition of Diversity - correct answer The different characteristics and ATTRIBUTES of individuals. (ELO 1)
Air Force Definition of Diversity - correct answer Broadly defined as a composite of individual characteristics, experiences, and abilities consistent with (this service). (ELO 1)
Army Definition of Diversity - correct answer The different attributes, experiences, and backgrounds of our soldiers, civilians, family members that further enhance our global capabilities and contribute to an adaptive, culturally astute (service) (ELO 1)
Coast Guard Definition of Diversity - correct answer All characteristics, experiences, and differences of each individual. (ELO 1)
Navy Definition of Diversity - correct answer All the different characteristics and attributes of individual (service-members) and civilians that enhance the mission readiness of (this service) (ELO 1)
List Why Diversity Matters - correct answer 1. Foster a work environment which people are enabled and motivated to contribute to mission accomplishments.
2. Provide both accountability and fairness for all employees.
Why is diversity critical to mission Readiness? - correct answer 1. CURRENT COMBAT MISSIONS and terrorism operate among diverse cultures
2. Increased need for SPECIALIZED TALENT (ie foreign language interpreters)
3. Increased use of collaborative work structures.
What is needed in order for diversity to add value ? - correct answer Critical that each of us open our minds and make a sincere effort to understand the perspectives of others.
Benefits of Diversity - correct answer Leads to increased effectiveness, innovation, improved problem solving, greater cohesion, job satisfaction, organizational, competitiveness, and enhanced mission readiness.
What's the difference between diversity and inclusion? - correct answer -Diversity represents a LARGE GROUP COMPRISED OF DIFFERENT PEOPLE with different experiences
-Inclusion enables us to strive to have ALL PEOPLE REPRESENTED AND INCLUDED IN the the federal workforce, and make all members feel welcomed and valued, not only for thier abilities but for their unique qualitities and perspectives.
What is the FOCUS of inclusion and diversity? - correct answer To create a culture that ENCOURAGES ALL EMPLOYEES TO be successful, regardless of their differences.
What are characteristics that describe people, both negative and positive? Consists of primary (overt) and secondary (covert) dimensions. - correct answer Dimensions of Diversity
What are the PRIMARY DIMENSIONS of diversity? - correct answer MRS GEA or MRS AGE
1. Age
2. Ethnicity
3. Gender
4. Mental/physical abilities and characteristics
5. Race
6. Sexual orientation
What are the SECONDARY dimensions of diversity? - correct answer 1. Communication style
2. Education
3. Family status
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