Diversity, in all its forms, has never been higher up the agenda. People professionals are having to adapt to changing global workforce demographics – all the while tackling issues of racism, inequality, discrimination, sexism and harassment in the workplace. Many employers have, however, recognised the business and moral benefits diversity brings, and the need to manage multicultural and multi-generational workplaces while building inclusive organisations. People professionals play a crucial role in making this happen.

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Although the resources below are drawn from research conducted by the CIPD, they’re still a reflection of the CIPD’s viewpoint. To be truly inclusive we want to listen to your own personal and professional experience. As such, use these resources as a starting point to inspire your thinking on diversity in all its forms.

CIPD Viewpoint

Age-diverse workforces

Explore the CIPD’s point of view on age diversity in the workplace, including recommendations for employers and actions for the UK Government

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Disability equality at work

Explore the CIPD’s point of view on disability in the workplace, including recommendations for employers and actions for the UK Government

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Gender equality at work

Explore the CIPD’s point of view on gender equality at work, including recommendations for employers and actions for the UK Government

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Religion and belief

Explore the CIPD’s point of view on religion and belief, including actions for Government and recommendations for employers

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Sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment and employment

Explore the CIPD’s point of view on sexual orientation, gender identity and gender reassignment, including actions for Government and recommendations for employers

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Explore the CIPD’s point of view on religion and belief, including actions for Government and recommendations for employers

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Explore the CIPD’s point of view on age diversity in the workplace, including recommendations for employers and actions for the UK Government

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Gender equality at work

Explore the CIPD’s point of view on gender equality at work, including recommendations for employers and actions for the UK Government

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Sexual orientation, gender identity and gender reassignment

Explore the CIPD’s point of view on sexual orientation, gender identity and gender reassignment, including recommendations for employers

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