Prior to beginning work on this discussion forum, review Chapter 1: Overview of the DEI Landscape, Gender and Sexual Orientation in the WorkplaceLinks to an external site., A Management Approach to LGBT Employment: Diversity, Inclusion and RespectLinks to an external site., Diversity Is DifficultLinks to an external site. and Diversity and Inclusion: What’s the Difference and How Can We Ensure Both?Links to an external site. Watch the videos Inclusivity at the WorkplaceLinks to an external site. and The Difference Between Diversity, Inclusion and EquityLinks to an external site..

It is also recommended that you review Managing the Diversified Team: Challenges and Strategies for Improving PerformanceLinks to an external site. and Effective Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion PracticesLinks to an external site..

In an initial post of at least 350 words or more and citing at least two required resources:

• Differentiate between diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • How are the terms different and how are they related?
• Discuss the specific actions of leaders and managers in promoting diversity, ensuring equity, and practicing inclusion.
• Describe the differences that would be found working in an equitable and inclusive environment as opposed to working simply a diverse environment.
• Propose the kinds of organizational policies and practices that would be found in a workplace that is not only diverse, but also equitable and inclusive.

Tutorial for Managing DEI in the Workplace