This badge is awarded to individuals who have developed diversity competence, i.e. the ability to understand, appreciate and manage different values, behaviors, attitudes and practices of diverse individuals and groups. Diversity competence goes beyond mere awareness of difference and extends to the capability to interact, communicate, and work effectively with people from various backgrounds, including dimensions such as gender, race/ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation/identity, disability, and age.
Competences, skills & knowledge
Individuals who earned this badge
- understand and appreciate the multiple dimensions of equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI)
- know that individuals may identify with multiple dimensions simultaneously, creating a complex and dynamic web of diversity (Intersectionality)
- have developed self-awareness, empathy, and accountability, to effectively work in and with diverse teams
- are able to handle and leverage diverse perspectives and experiences to drive innovation, creativity, and problem-solving
- can actively contribute to inclusive environments where everyone can thrive and be part of organizational success
Evidence
The Badge earner
- has successfully attended the following mandatory offers
- Introduction to Diversity, Inclusion & Equality
- Diversity Case Journey
- Leading & Managing Diverse Teams
- has completed a minimum of 3 electives related to diversity
- has submitted a successful reflection of their learnings in a format of their choice
(guided reflection based on questions)