Title: Diversity in the Workplace: 4 Common Challenges and Solutions – Big Think Edge
Headings: Diversity in the Workplace: 4 Common Challenges and Solutions
Diversity in the Workplace: 4 Common Challenges and Solutions
Challenges of Diversity in the Workplace
Ethnic and Cultural Differences
Differences in Language and Communication
Generational and Age Differences
Respecting and Accepting the Differences of Others
Solutions for Diversity-Related Workplace Challenges
Identifying and Defining the Issues That Exist Within the Workplace
Developing, Communicating, and Adhering to Organizational Policies
Providing Employee Diversity Training Relating to Those Issues
Holding People Accountable for Their Actions

Content: 26.1% are ages 40-59; 17.6% are ages 60-79; and
3.7% are age 80 or older. According to research from a recent poll by the Pew Research Center (PRC), millennials are better educated than their Silent Generation (as well as Baby Boomer, and Generation X) counterparts. They’re also: Less likely to be married,
Less likely to have served in the military, and
More likely to have grown up in metropolitan areas. Respecting and Accepting the Differences of Others
A particular issue that arises in workplaces is dealing with social or cultural differences. Part of this may stem from a lack of understanding or respect. Examples of this can include refusal by an employer or manager to allow an employee observe their faith by taking time off for any faith-related holidays, or discrimination against a gay or lesbian employee because the manager or another employee disagrees with their lifestyle. Solutions for Diversity-Related Workplace Challenges
While diversity can present a number of challenges within organizations, it’s important to also recognize and emphasize the overwhelming benefits it creates.