Part A: Diversity and inclusion practices at Woolworths Group

For this task you are required to identify and implement inclusive work practices. Read the case study below and chose a workplace you are familiar with to complete Part A.

Case Study: Woolworths Group Diversity and Inclusion

The Woolworths group ('Woolies' for short) is an Australian company that owns supermarkets and other businesses like Woolworths Metro, Woolworth's Online, Big W and Dan Murphy's. They are the biggest supermarket chain in Australia and New Zealand. In 2004 Woolworths began to focus on gender diversity because women held only 16% of management positions, proactively targeting talent pipelines to get to 20% by 2007. In 2011 management recognised a greater mind shift was needed to target diversity more successfully to a capture diversity advantage:Woolworths' Gender Diversity Journey - Our experiences in elevating the representation of women in leadership - A letter from business leaders (2011) | Australian Human Rights Commission

By 2020 Woolworths drive towards diversity included projects supporting diversity initiatives in and outside the business. Woolworths publicises their support for diversity via their policy reflecting diversity and inclusion initiatives. Look at this link for some of the inclusive initiatives and work practices that the Woolworths Group is implementing:Inclusive workplace (woolworthsgroup.com.au)

Note:You can also read the Woolworths Group's Diversity and Inclusion Policy in the attachment below:

1. Describe the initiatives in the Woolworths Group's Diversity and inclusion policy. Which groups are being represented in this policy and why do you think they are represented? (50-100 words)

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1. From the groups represented in the Woolworths Group case study, identify any disadvantages these groups might encounter. (mention at least two (2)
2. How are they disadvantaged?
3. Describe the relevant legislation that states the unlawful discrimination for these groups.
4. Discuss how you would go about developing a plan for incorporating inclusive practices into work tasks for these groups. (100-150 words)
5. Write an email to the caf owner using the template below discussing:
   1. Your recruitment choices based on the needs of the caf and best practice diversity and inclusion practices.
   2. Any recommendations for implementing a code of conduct to manage diversity, inclusion, and respectful relationships in the caf.
   3. Your suggestions for developing a plan to incorporate inclusive practices into work tasks.

(150-200 words)

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Scenario: Caf XYZ feedback from owners

The owner of Caf XYZhas written an email to you based on the choices your team made for a diverse and inclusive hire for the caf. The email is below:

Dear....

Thank you for taking the time to select a new head chef and wait staff for our caf. I am not happy with your chosen staff though.

The head Chef is Nepalese and will not be a good fit because of her poor English so I would prefer another choice.

The wait staff is an old man of 60 and will not be able to work the late nights.

Can you do better?

Regards

The Owner

1. Write a response email addressing the owner's concerns with a focus on:
2. Defending both your choice of head chef and wait staff, acknowledging their diversity/differences but also pointing out their skills and the benefits that having a diversity and inclusive workplace.
3. Making one alternative suggestion for each role and describing the advantages and disadvantages of each choice.
4. Outlining any potential bias or discrimination shown by the owner in a respectful way. (100-150 words)

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Part C: Assess use of inclusive practices

This task requires you to assess inclusive practices using the case study material from Parts A and B.

1. Reflect on your discussions and work in Parts A and B, taking into consideration any feedback received.What improvements to work practices according to legislative requirements and enterprise guidelines would you make to both the Woolworths Group and Caf XYZ.

(100-150 words)

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