| Inclusion and diversity continue to be hot topics in the business world. And for good reason – inclusion is good for business, plain and simple. In fact, in a 2020 study by Accenture, US companies not prioritizing inclusivity are leaving $1.05 trillion on the table. That’s a huge missed opportunity!
Inclusion and diversity are good for business, especially since 1 in 5 Americans have a disability. That’s 20% of your workforce. Yet, according to the Department of Labor, only 19.1% of people with disabilities were employed in 2021 vs. 63.7% of people without disabilities.
There’s a lot of talk about how to incorporate inclusion and diversity strategies in the workplace. But it starts with leadership making a commitment to change. That means setting goals, implementing policies, and taking action.
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Inclusion isn’t something that happens overnight – it’s a journey. But with the right resources, your organization can make great strides in creating a more inclusive workplace for everyone.
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