Culture is an umbrella term which encompasses social behaviours, institutions, and norms found in human societies, as well as the knowledge, beliefs, arts, laws, customs, capabilities, and habits of the individuals in these groups. Culture is often originated from or attributed to a specific region or location. An inclusive culture is one that embraces and celebrates our differences in experiences, backgrounds and ways of thinking. It is also contributed to the workplace environment (how things get done). In the workplace, Culture can empower or hamper DEI strategic efforts. When businesses embrace DEI and a culture of inclusion, it results in an environment where people are more highly engaged, motivated, and productive.

In this presentation participants explored concepts of culture, their organization’s DEI maturity, and behaviours that foster an inclusive culture and the advancement of their organizational DEI maturity.

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