This report puts forward the business case for diversity in organisations, with specific references to gender, the current diversity situation and evaluates its effects on business performance. Using a combination of research and expert views, the report highlights the hurdles that diversity programmes can encounter and the organisation cultures that most readily encourage it.

Topics covered by this in-depth report looking at the business case for diversity include:
• Defining diversity in an organisational context
• The reasons for the under-representation of women in senior levels or organisations
• The pitfalls of the current lack of diversity
• Seven areas of opportunity for embracing diversity
• What difference will it make to business performance? The business case for diversity
• Barriers that hinder diverse practice and results
• Models and tools for a more diverse organisation
• Five levels of organisational achievement in relation to diversity
• Case studies of diversity practices in real world settings
• Developing an inclusive culture
• Diversity: a key to competitive advantage

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