Advice and Opinion - March 2023
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Posted on Saturday, March 25, 2023 by Ian Thomas — No comments
As companies across the world begin to recognise the importance of diversity and inclusivity in their workplaces, it's become increasingly clear that addressing unconscious racism in hiring practices is a key step towards creating a more diverse and inclusive workforce. But how can companies identify and address unconscious biases in their recruitment processes? Step 1: Recognise Unconscious ...
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Posted on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 by Camelia Roberts — No comments
Diversity is an essential aspect of social work careers, as social workers interact with a wide range of individuals and communities from diverse backgrounds Social work involves working with people from various races, ethnicities, cultures, religions, genders, sexual orientations, ages, and abilities, among other demographic differences. As such, social workers need to be culturally competent ...
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Posted on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 by Editorial Team — No comments
Technology has revolutionised the way we work. From large-scale changes to applications that improve our productivity, we can do more than ever – and faster too. As well as improving customer experience and employee efficiency, we’re also seeing solutions that boost employee experience come into play. After all, employees who are supported in their role and have a good experience at work will be ...
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Posted on Thursday, March 16, 2023 by Ian Thomas — No comments
Recruiting individuals who are similar to themselves or to existing employees, also known as "cloning" in recruitment, can lead to a lack of diversity in the workplace, resulting in limited career progression opportunities for individuals from underrepresented groups. This practice can be driven by unconscious bias, where employers may favour candidates who share their background or ...
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Posted on Thursday, March 16, 2023 by Ian Thomas — No comments
In recent years, there has been a growing call for greater diversity among candidates in UK university research projects. The lack of diversity in academia has been a longstanding issue, and it is particularly evident in research teams where the majority of members are often white, male, and from privileged backgrounds. The need for diversity in research teams is not just a matter of social ...
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Posted on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 by Ian Thomas — No comments
Diversity and inclusion are critical in the banking sector in the UK. Banks have a unique role to play in promoting diversity and inclusion, given their central position in the economy and the influence they have over financial markets and consumers. As key providers of financial services to individuals and businesses, banks must ensure that they are serving all customers equitably and meeting ...
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Posted on Sunday, March 12, 2023 by Ian Thomas — No comments
A refugee is a person who has fled their home country due to a well-founded fear of persecution, conflict, or violence, and cannot return home due to this fear. Refugees are often forced to leave their homes and belongings behind and may seek asylum in another country. The UK, like many other developed countries, is seen as a desirable destination for refugees for a variety of reasons, including ...
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Posted on Saturday, March 11, 2023 by Helen Edwards — No comments
Race bias, also known as racial bias, refers to the tendency to hold negative attitudes or stereotypes towards individuals or groups based on their race or ethnicity. It can manifest in many ways, such as making assumptions about a person's intelligence, character, or abilities based solely on their race, or treating individuals differently based on their race or ethnicity. Race bias can be ...
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Posted on Friday, March 10, 2023 by Richard Evans — No comments
Ageism in the workplace refers to discrimination or unfair treatment against individuals based on their age. This can take several forms, including stereotypes, biases, or prejudices that can lead to discriminatory practices in recruitment, hiring, promotion, and even termination of employment. Older workers, typically those over 50 years old, are often the targets of ageism in the workplace. ...
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Posted on Friday, March 10, 2023 by Richard Samuels — No comments
Achieving a better work-life balance is a common goal for many people who want to maintain good physical and mental health while enjoying fulfilling personal and professional lives. Here are some strategies that can help you achieve a better work-life balance: Set boundaries: Establish clear boundaries between your work and personal life. This means having specific times for work and specific ...