Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Work

George B. Cunningham is the UAA Endowed Professor in the College of Health and Human Performance at the University of Florida. Author of more than 200 articles and book chapters, Cunningham focuses on diversity and inclusion, including ways to increase access, improve people’s experiences at work, and create and sustain diverse and inclusive organizations. He has widely published management, psychology, and gender studies journals.

• About the Author Preface Acknowledgments PART I FOUNDATIONS OF DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION 1 Overview of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion 2 Theoretical Tenets of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion 3 Researching Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Work 4 Bias: Stereotypes, Prejudice, and Discrimination PART II FORMS OF DIVERSITY 5 Race 6 Gender 7 Age 8 Disability 9 Appearance 10 Religion 11 Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity 12 Social Class PART III CREATING AND SUSTAINING DIVERSE, EQUITABLE, AND INCLUSIVE WORKPLACES 13 Reducing Individual Bias 14 Strategies for Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Organizations 15 Organizations and Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Communities Author Index Subject Index

If ever there is an urgent need for accessible, clear-thinking about why the work of diversity, equity, and inclusion matters, it is now. Prof. Cunningham’s expertise is on full display in this thoroughly researched, cogently written roadmap to an inclusive workplace. "Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Work" evidences the relationship between an affirming, equitable workplace and organizational success. This book is required reading for everyone who cares about creating a transformational and thriving enterprise.Robin R. Means Coleman is the Vice President and Associate Provost for Institutional Diversity and Inclusion at Northwestern University.Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Work authored by a world-leading expert in organisational diversity provides a comprehensive and sophisticated overview of the field, and cutting-edge insights into the issues facing the world of work and DEI today.Emma Sherry, Dean of the School of Management at RMIT University.