Reconstruct the Four Dimensions of Diversity

You will reconstruct the four dimensions of diversity. Discuss each
dimension, and then choose two to three characteristics of that
dimension and offer an analysis of the considerations for those
characteristics.
For example, in discussing the internal dimension, you choose the
characteristic of the age. There are several considerations regarding
age, particularly among multi-generational workers:
Preferences in modes and frequency of feedback.
Attitudes toward technology and its use in communication (i.e., social media).
Motivation tends to differ for a person depending on where they are
in their career (e.g., at the beginning of their career and looking to
move up the corporate ladder, or nearing retirement).
This assignment will require you to think outside of the box and
consider aspects of diversity that you may not have considered before.
Support your assignment with at least three scholarly or professional
resources. In addition to these specified resources, other appropriate
scholarly resources, including seminal articles, may be included.

Length: 3-5 pages, not including title and reference pages
References: Include a minimum of 3 scholarly resources.
Your assignment should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the
ideas and concepts presented in the course by providing new thoughts and
insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should
reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards

Info:
The Four Dimensions of Diversity
Last week, you received a very broad overview of diversity and
inclusion. You examined the various ever-growing list of identity groups
that make up a diverse workforce. You also explored the definition of
diversity and divided it further to a more conceptual definition (e.g.,
the diversity of thought and the sum total of individuals or groups
unique characteristics). However, the challenge that many organizations
face in implementing diversity and inclusion initiatives is that each
unique group identified, has its own needs, interests, and preferences.
Hence, discovering a way to classify these groups and their needs can be
very useful.

A quick glance at the four layers of diversity reveals that an
attempt to “treat all employees equally” is not enough. Each dimension
possesses its own unique set of issues, potential conflicts, and
problems—each of which may require a unique set of solutions, changes in
programs, policies, and physical infrastructure. Also, the different
dimensions influence one another, so the methods that organizations use
to attend to each dimension must be multidimensional.
Be sure to review this week’s resources carefully. You are expected
to apply the information from these resources when you prepare your
assignments.
References
Gardenswartz, L., & Rowe, A. (2003). Diverse teams at work: Capitalizing on the power of diversity. Alexandria, VA: Society of Human Resource Management.
Be sure to review this week’s resources carefully. You are expected
to apply the information from these resources when you prepare your
assignments.

additional resources:

Blader,
S. L., Patil, S., & Packer, D. J. (2017). Organizational
identification and workplace behavior: More than meets the eye.
Research…

Cho,
S., Kim, A., & Mor Barak, M. E. (2017). Does diversity matter?
exploring workforce diversity, diversity management, and
organizational…

Marasi,
S. smarasi@tntech. ed., Bennett, R. J. 2. R. B. ed., & Budden, H.
hcb011@latech. ed. (2018). The structure of an organization: Does it…

Phillips,
L. T., Slepian, M. L., & Hughes, B. L. (2018). Perceiving groups:
The people perception of diversity and hierarchy. Journal…

Roberson,
Q., Ryan, A. M., & Ragins, B. R. (2017). The evolution and future
of diversity at work. Journal of Applied Psychology, 102(3), 483–499.

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