Diversity

By Sukanya Chanda In today’s evolving work environment, fostering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is essential for creating safe, inclusive, and productive workplaces. DEI initiatives aim to ensure that individuals from diverse backgrounds feel valued and empowered to contribute their best work. However, organizations often face resistance when implementing DEI programs. Understanding...

The Journey of India’s LGBTQIA+ Community: From Ancient Acceptance to Modern Recognition For centuries, the LGBTQIA+ community in India was dismissed as a Western import. Yet, history and mythology tell a different story—one in which gender fluidity and same-sex love have been woven into the cultural fabric of the subcontinent for millennia. Ancient temple carvings, scriptures, and poetry...

The dialogue of workplace safety comprises of two elements. Diversity Equity and Inclusion initiatives and PoSH compliances. In the WTW’s Wellbeing Programmes India Survey 2022-2023, responses from 210 employers from India were taken with specific questions targeting DEI trainings. The report states that “the number of organizations offering DEI initiatives is 71% for inclusion and diversity...

In recent times, a myth that Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are no longer business critical or necessary for organizations is prevailing in certain industrial domains. Yet, respecting diverse voices and ensuring that each of those voices is heard and included on a level playing field is essential. So, organizations must remember that DEI is not just nice to have, it’s important for...

The concept of inclusive communication is the backbone of a workplace that respects diverse employees, offers accommodations, and gives them a safe space to communicate. So, it’s essential to know how to create opportunities for inclusive conversations and write in a language that’s non-judgemental, safe, and accepting.  When every employee and management member adhere to inclusive...

Workplace dynamics and employee morale play a huge role in shaping each sector to where it is today. The Indian television and media industry has been dynamic in itself, and being a non-corporate alternative work industry, a lot of dialogue is created about it as a workplace at large. The recent Jennifer Mistry case brought some dialogue, and such cases time and again provide insights on women...

Cultural heritage shapes an individual’s as well as community’s identity and helps bridge the gap between the past and the present. Embracing Cultural Diversity Through an understanding of one’s own culture and another individual’s culture, one will be able to know and accept the differences between each other. Our workplaces are global melting pots of diverse...

Welcome to our special Pride edition newsletter! As we come together to honor love, acceptance, and diversity, this issue is dedicated to celebrating the vibrant LGBTQ+ community. Within these pages, you’ll find inspiring stories, powerful voices, and a deep dive into the rich history and significance of Pride. While Pride Month serves as a focal point for celebration, it’s...

By Meenakshi Vuppuluri I woke up today, loving my job. I clocked in, embracing our hybrid work model that offers the best of both worlds. On days when I venture into the office, my morning ritual involves contemplating my outfit. I cherish the creative freedom our office allows, encouraging unique semi-formal attire that reflects the diverse personalities within the team. The metro, albeit a...

Have you ever been in a situation where you had to reach the 2nd floor of a building but lacked a staircase to do so? Have you ever experienced being asked to use a toilet seat above your height that you can’t even sit? Have you been asked to understand a series of instructions in a language you don’t know? Such struggles are experienced by disabled individuals in inaccessible...