This document outlines Dr. Abhay Mane's presentation on diversity and inclusion in the workplace. It discusses understanding individual differences, embracing diversity in areas like gender, sexuality and religion. It addresses hiring diverse individuals, maintaining an inclusive environment, and utilizing diverse talents and ideas. Specific topics covered include the LGBTQIA+ community, the challenges of "coming out" at work, and conducting a survey of LGBTQIA+ employee experiences.

1. Dr Abhay Mane
MD, MSc

2.  A series of presentations/studies
 1st Presentation: Introduction & my point
view
 Following Presentations: surveys, analysis &
results
 A way forward

4.  Understanding that each individual is unique
 Recognizing & respecting individual differences
 It is the exploration of these differences in a
safe, positive, and nurturing environment
 Moving beyond simple tolerance to embracing &
celebrating the rich dimensions of diversity
contained within each individual

6. Race
Gender
SexualityReligion
Disability

7.  Hiring people from different backgrounds
 Conscious efforts to hire a wide range of
diverse individuals
 Ensure that no one is favored while no one
faces discrimination for being ‘different’

8.  Maintaining their integrity
 Create safe environment for all employees
 Protect employees from harassment and
discrimination

9.  Builds inclusive environment
 Employees from diverse backgrounds have a
multitude of opinions and ideas
 The talent pool of society gets properly
utilized
 Nurtures respectful and safe environment for
everyone

11.  Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer,
Intersexed, Asexual + 1(Ally)
 Multitude of references, figures and characters
representing homosexuality in India since
ancient times
 Despite all this, homosexuality still remains a
taboo in society
 Attitude towards the community is shifting to
positive gradually

12.  Difficult to state number or percentage of
employees from LGBTQIA+ community
 Mostly closeted
 Fears harassment & discrimination

13.  Employer should encourage LGBTQIA+ employees to
‘come out’
 ‘Coming out’ can at the time of hiring or later at any
stage
 Make sure that strict anti-harassment policies are in
place to protect the integrity of employees
 Make sure that revealing one’s sexuality is an
individual choice
 No one should be forced to ‘come out’

14.  A survey designed for LGBTQIA+ individuals
 Seeking their experience regarding ‘coming
out’ and sexuality at the workplace
 Will be filled by individuals in the community
who are employees
 Analysis of results