Diversity and Inclusion TACC

Write a 2-3 page research report on a cultural, demographic, or social trend occurring in the workplace and examine HR strategies for managing a diverse and inclusive organization.

Introduction

By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:

· Competency 1: Define the employee relations function of an organization and human resources' role in its development.

· Explain the selected trend and its influence on the workplace.

· Competency 2: Analyze human resource practices that promote positive employee relations and legal compliance.

· Describe how the selected trend impacts employee relations.

· Analyze strategies for overcoming challenges with diverse teams.

· Assess relevant laws for the selected trend and the legal impact to the organization. 

· Competency 6: Communicate professionally with all stakeholders.

· Write in a clear, well-organized manner with the required number of resources to support a central idea, with no technical writing errors, as expected of a business professional.

Preparation

For this assessment, select a cultural, demographic, or social trend that is relevant in today's workplace. Examples could include, but are not limited to, the following:

· Language, religion, or other cultural differences in a global organization.

· Generational differences within workforce teams.

· Remote employees.

· Four-day work weeks or other types of work scheduling.

· Transgender restrooms and name changes.

· Individuals with disabilities.

· Service animals in the workplace. 

Include 3–4 scholarly or professional resources to support your work.

Requirements

Include the following in a research report to your HR manager:

· Explain the selected trend and its influence on the workplace.

· Describe how the selected trend impacts employee relations. For example, on-boarding activities and team dynamics.

· Analyze strategies for overcoming challenges with diverse teams. What are some best practices for creating an inclusive workplace?

· Assess relevant laws for the selected trend and the legal impact to the organization.

Additional Requirements

Your assessment should meet the following requirements:

· Length of paper: 2-3 double-spaced pages, including a references page.

· Written communication: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly and professional. Your writing should be:

· Concise and logically organized.

· Free of errors in grammar and mechanics.

· Validation and support: Use 3–4 relevant and credible scholarly or professional resources to support your work.

· APA formatting: Format all citations and references in accordance with current APA guidelines.