Capstone diversity in the workplace
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This document examines diversity in the workplace, relevant laws, and case studies of companies that have faced backlash over diversity issues. It discusses several federal laws governing workplace diversity and the business case for diversity in terms of marketing and public perception. The document also analyzes recent controversies faced by Chick-Fil-A and Home Depot related to LGBT issues and how their stances impacted support. It concludes that achieving diversity requires a long-term company commitment to legal compliance and training while also recognizing the impact on future career opportunities.
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- 1. Amanda H. Hardie Capstone Florida State College at Jacksonville
- 2. Is diversity in the workplace possible? Are the lofty goals of diversity and equality doomed to failure? Do the laws governing workplace diversity contain enough specificity to deem them enforceable? Inclusiveness…does the term itself promotes exclusiveness? How will it diversity in the workplace affect my future employment goals? In my research paper I examined the current status of diversity in the workplace, its enforcement and the power of the media, social networking and public perception influencing diversity in the workplace.
- 3. There are several federal laws: The Civil Rights Act of 1964, The Equal Pay Act of 1963 The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (sections 501 and 505), Title II of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 The Civil Rights Act of 1991.
- 4. While celebrating diversity is a somewhat daunting endeavor, it can translate into bottom-line profits for any company. From a marketing perspective, a company that celebrates and implements a diverse workforce stands to gain big in the public perception of that company and its products or services.
- 5. President, Dan Cathy, of Chick-Fil-A recently made his views on Gay marriage public. This created a storm among supporters and non- supporters.
- 6. In July 2012, Home Depot faced a boycott of more than 540,000 people because Home Depot publicly supports “homosexual activism” (Vu, 2013). On the company website, Home Depot defines it diversity program’s mission thusly: “The mission of The Home Depot’s Supplier Diversity Program is to form mutually beneficial partnerships with diverse businesses that allow us to deliver superior products and services and superb customer service, which ultimately increase shareholder value.”
- 7. “Lowe’s longstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion is a core element of our business strategy and our mission to improve the communities we serve. Diverse perspectives help us solve everyday challenges, develop innovative ideas and grow our business. We’re dedicated to continuing to foster an inclusive culture that promotes diversity of thought and celebrates the unique talents that each professional brings to Lowe’s. Together, we’re committed to treating every customer, employee, community, investor and vendor with respect and dignity.”
- 8. It is clear that the path of diversity is neither simple nor clear-cut. To navigate the legal and ethical path to diversity, a company must be firstly committed to this endeavor and, secondly, committed to its implementation. This might mean investing in legal, human resource employees and work group of employees trained and paid to navigate diversity in the workplace. As an employer or employee, diversity will affect my future in business and my opportunities for advancement in business.
- 9. Resources A, W. (2013, March 10). Retrieved from http://www.huffingtonpost.com/wajahat- ali/a-lowes-down-dirty-shame_b_1148546.html Davis, L. (2013, March 16). Retrieved from http://www.huffingtonpost.com/lennard-davis/have-a-little-diversity- w_b_1734513.html Home Depot. (2013, March 3). Retrieved from http://careers.homedepot.com/ Lemonier, L. (2013, February 20). eHow. Retrieved from http://www.ehow.com/list_6824657_diversity-workplace-laws.html Lowes. (2013, 10 March). Retrieved from http://responsibility.lowes.com/workplace/our-programs/diversity-and-inclusion/ Vu, M. A. (2013, February 18). Retrieved from http://www.christianpost.com/news/over-540000-sign-home-depot-boycott-over- gay-activism-53907/
Editor's Notes
- Because employment laws are intricately linked to the way businesses operate, management must be well-versed in the most current laws governing diversity and sexual harassment, and their application in the workplace. The above shows several of the federal laws that are in place.
- Because of federal and local diversity legislation addresses individuals as well as groups of individuals, the implementation of diversity in the workplace demands are that organizations be all-inclusive.
- Let us examine some current challenges to diversity in the workplace in our American courts of law and American courts of public opinion regarding three large American Corporations: Chick-fil-A restaurants, Lowe’s and Home Depot home improvement stores. In light of the recent public storm of criticism leveled at Chick-fil-A for its unwavering opposition to gay marriage, our discussion of diversity hiring practices and guidelines takes on an urgency which I believe will impact companies worldwide. Let us look at these companies’ diversity practices as they apply to employee hiring and retention.
- The groups it specifically endorses are: African American Pulse, Hispanics Organized for Growth and Responsibility’s (HOGAR), Limitless, Orange Shield, Pride Network’s, Pan Asian Waves and The Women’s Link. Interestingly, there are no Christian groups (or Male Rights groups) represented at Home Depot.
- Lowe’s commitment to “diversity and inclusion,” focuses on four areas: workforce, suppliers, community and customers (Lowes, 2013). Although my research seems to indicate that Lowe’s has tried to stay out of the political, public fray of diversity or the lack thereof, controversy also has come knocking at their door. In December 2011, Lowe’s decision to pull its advertising from a television program, “All-American Muslim,” created a maelstrom of criticism.