Article Author: Carol P. Harvey Suffolk University Tittle: "What do Organizations do to Manage Diversity".

1. Please read the article to answer the following:

a. Why is corporate and Board involvement so crucial to the business case for diversity

b.Besides the legal considerations, why does locating the responsibility for diversity initiatives in Human Resources limit the effectiveness of diversity initiatives in an organization?

c. How can corporate boards that want more diverse members recruit good candidates?

d. How can an organization minimize backlash and conflict about ERG membership?

e. How can an effective supplier diversity program support the business case for diversity?

F. Thinking as a consumer, does an organization's social responsibility and corporate philanthropy make a difference in your buying decisions? Why or why not?