Higher Team Morale
In order to have a healthy and productive team, workplaces need to treat their team members fairly. If organisations whow bias and preferential treatment to certain team members, this will have a catastrophic effect on the morale of the rest of the team. This will result in much lower levels of morale within the team and reduced productivity as a direct result. However, it is important to focus on promoting gender equality within a team for the right reasons. It is not something an organisation should prioritise in order to improve productivity. Instead, it should be focused on in order to prioritise the wellbeing of employees.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion is Important to an Organisation
Teams that are made up of individuals from different backgrounds, ages and genders are stronger and more adaptable. Different backgrounds, ages, and genders are more likely to approach projects and challenges differently. This makes it easier for the team to complete projects and overcome different challenges that they may face, both individually and as part of a team.
Gender Equality Attracts Better Talent
Workplaces that promote equal opportunities attract better talent. Talented staff members understand the value that they can bring to an organisation, and they are more likely to work for an organisation that values all of their staff members, regardless of their background or gender. Organisations where there are antiquated values and old fashioned cultures will struggle to hire the best talent available. Organisations that promote gender equality benefit from a more postivie reputation, an this is crucial in attracting top talent. These organisations that promote gender equality are also much more likely to retain top talent, and benefit from much lower employee turnover as a result.
Improved Job Satisfaction
Organisations that promote gender equality are much more likely to have better engaged employees. If employee contributions are valued regardless of their gender, they are very likely to be much more satisfied with their jobs. This also improves overall productivity and will contribute to the success of the organisation as a whole.
If you would like to learn more about how equality can be improved within your organisation, please visit the Strategic Approaches to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion - CMI Level 7 course page.
Information correct as of 16 August 2023.
