There are many different types of people in the world, with different backgrounds, beliefs, and abilities. Nobody should be treated differently because of any of these things, and that’s what inclusion is all about; making sure everyone, no matter who they are, feels included.
Inclusion is the act of ensuring that everyone, no matter what race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, ability, religion or culture, has a sense of belonging and is welcomed equally. Our differences should be recognised and respected, but we should not be treated differently because of them.
Often, diversity and inclusion are grouped together, as they go hand in hand. However, you can have one without the other, so it is important to know the difference so you are able to be both diverse and inclusive.
Diversity focuses on representation of differences in identity, while inclusion is ensuring these differences are respected, and people feel included despite their differences. Many characteristics fall under the diversity umbrella, such as race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, ability, religion, culture, education, marital status, and background.
A diverse workplace would ensure to hire people from a variety of backgrounds, while an inclusive one would create an environment where everyone, no matter their background, feels welcome and valued. Therefore it is important to be both diverse and inclusive.
It’s important to remember that while we must respect diversity and the different characteristics of others, we must also remember they are not defined by those characteristics.
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