Diversity Policy and Procedure Review

This article discusses the diversity policy and procedure review at Aus Accountancy, a large accountancy firm in Sydney. It explores the benefits of diversity, including its impact on the company's growth and innovation. The article also highlights the legal requirements related to diversity and provides examples of diversity policies. The diversity briefing report and action plan are presented, along with a questionnaire for feedback. The article concludes by emphasizing the significant benefits that diversity can bring to the company.

DIVERSITY POLICY AND PROCEDURE REVIEW
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Introduction
Aus Accountancy with its 25 staffs is a large accountancy firm. The firm is expanding to recruit
a number of qualified staffs. The company is located in Sydney. Its current period of struggle is
followed by the inclusion of diversity policies. The following tasks enable the accommodation of
such policies.
Assessment 1
The CEO's decision to form a formal diversity policy, procedure and action plan will provide the
company talented staffs. During meeting with the CEO the organization's policy and procedure
will be evaluated. As the General Manager, effective communication skills and responding to
questions identified will be answered to. The following will be the diversity briefing report;
o Purpose: Aus Accounting aims to include employee diversity in its expansion plans. It
has revised its existing policy to include diversity procedures. Procedures for
accommodating diversity policy is to develop adequate policies to support a diversified
environment.
o Facts:
 Australia is a multicultural society with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
People along with various immigrants born overseas from the country of origin
being China, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Singapore, New Zealand.
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Figure 1: Australian society by country of Origin
Source: (ABS, Census of Population and Housing, 2016)
 The major religion in the multicultural context includes Christians, Hindus,
Muslims and religion practiced by Aboriginal and Torres Islander people.
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Figure 2: Australia's Religion Divide
Source: (Racism No Way, 2019)
 Age structure by diversity includes the maximum population in the working age
group, 25 years to 55 years of age.
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Figure 3: Australian Diversity
Source: (Human Rights Commission, 2019)
 Demographics of disabled revealed 18% of Australians lived with disability.
Almost 51% of Australians aged 65 years and above living with a disability of
some type.
o Diversity: Diversity of culture, beliefs, traditions, and practices is present within varied
businesses in Australia as well.
o Impacts:
 Value of diversity directly converts into catering to diversified customers.
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 The diverse society contributes to positive Australia's image and is a positive
contributor to its economic growth.
 Diversity can drive innovation as different people have different procedures,
thinking, way of working.
 Reasonable adjustment of including working with diversified people and
assisting them in need facilitates participation by people with a disability.
o KPI (Key Performance Indicator) with other accounting global firms (such as Deloitte,
KPMG) can provide a benchmark for measurement indicators for the purpose of
planning and assessing the impacts of policy implementation.
o Legal requirements related to Acts of legislation includes the Racial Discrimination Act,
1975 to prevent discrimination against races. The Disability Discrimination Act 1992 to
eliminate discrimination. Sex Discrimination Act 1984 to protect unfair treatment on the
basis of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and so on. Anti-Discrimination Act
which aims at reducing workplace discrimination.
o Examples of 3 diversity policies provide equal opportunity for all sexes at the workplace,
not discriminating genders on pay and providing company benefits for all employees.
o The diversity action plan will initiate by recruiting people from diversified background.
Then providing equal opportunities and so on.
Assessment 2
Date: 17th May 2019
To
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The CEO
Aus Accountancy Pty Ltd
Dear Sir,
Subject: Diversity Briefing Report
Enclosed is a diversity briefing report that aims to highlight the major aspects of the
diversity policy of the company. The diversity report includes all necessary policies and
procedures that need to be implemented as a part of diversity inclusion.
Thanking You
Yours Faithfully
General Manager
Attachment:
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Diversity Action Plan
o Introducing employees and other stakeholders to the concept of diversity.
o Keeping a guidebook of the diversity plan in each department of the company.
o Getting feedback from employees regarding diversity policies.
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Diversity Briefing Report
The Company and all its employees will commit to workplace diversity. The
Company recognizes the benefits of employee diversity which includes having
high-quality employees.
o The definition of diversity includes but is not limited to age,
gender, race, nationality, religious beliefs, sexuality, cultural
background, marital status or physical ability.
o This diversity policy is not a part of the employee’s contract
of employment with the company. It will not give rise to
contractual obligations.
o A key objective of this policy is to continuously improve
service delivery and in attaining the company's objectives.
o It is characterized by inclusive behaviors and practices for
the benefit of all staffs.
o Improving employment and career development plans for all
women and disabled.
o Making aware all staffs regarding their rights and
responsibilities related to fairness, respect and equity for all
diversity aspects.

Questionnaire for Feedback:
1. Do you regard diversity policy as an important factor in the workplace?
a. Strongly Disagree
b. Somewhat Disagree
c. Neutral
d. Somewhat Agree
e. Strongly Agree
2. Workplace diversity can have a positive impact on you?
a. Strongly Disagree
b. Somewhat Disagree
c. Neutral
d. Somewhat Agree
e. Strongly Agree
3. Diversity policy can help the firm expand its business.
a. Strongly Disagree
b. Somewhat Disagree
c. Neutral
d. Somewhat Agree
e. Strongly Agree
4. Diversity policy can make the firm reach a global scale of business
a. Strongly Disagree
b. Somewhat Disagree
c. Neutral
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d. Somewhat Agree
e. Strongly Agree
5. Diversity policy is an important factor to attract qualified and talented employees.
a. Strongly Disagree
b. Somewhat Disagree
c. Neutral
d. Somewhat Agree
e. Strongly Agree
6. Policies of diversity can allow motivating employees.
a. Strongly Disagree
b. Somewhat Disagree
c. Neutral
d. Somewhat Agree
e. Strongly Agree
7. Diversity inclusion at the workplace can help solve complex customer problems.
a. Strongly Disagree
b. Somewhat Disagree
c. Neutral
d. Somewhat Agree
e. Strongly Agree
8. Diversity policies often exclude general employee perspectives.
a. Strongly Disagree
b. Somewhat Disagree
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c. Neutral
d. Somewhat Agree
e. Strongly Agree
9. Policies of diversity can attract employees from neighboring countries with proper skills.
a. Strongly Disagree
b. Somewhat Disagree
c. Neutral
d. Somewhat Agree
e. Strongly Agree
10. Pay related challenges would be less in a diversified work environment.
a. Strongly Disagree
b. Somewhat Disagree
c. Neutral
d. Somewhat Agree
e. Strongly Agree
Assessment 3
1. Report on diversity:
o Diversity best practices include the ability of the company to implement
appropriate diversity policies.
o Procedures present to report any diversity related challenges
o Follow up procedures in case diversity to resolve them
o Accommodate all possible diversity related legislations from suitable laws
2. Email:
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To
The CEO
Aus Accountancy
Respected Sir,
Subject: Best Diversity Practices
We have been able to conduct analysis and get feedback from all team members to
understand the best practices in diversity. Though we have able to address most areas in
which diversity practices are required, we would like your inputs regarding the matter.
We would also like you to provide us with feedback on the identified diversity issues.
o Diversity best practices include the ability of the company to implement
appropriate diversity policies.
o Procedures present to report any diversity related challenges
o Follow up procedures in case diversity to resolve them
o Accommodate all possible diversity related legislations from suitable laws
Thank You
Your Faithfully
General Manager
3. Finalized diversity policy and procedures: Other diversity best practices include the
ability to provide benefits to all employees irrespective of employee status.
a. This diversity policy is not a part of the employee’s contract of employment with
the company. It will not give rise to contractual obligations.
b. A key objective of this policy is to continuously improve service delivery and in
attaining the company's objectives.
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c. It is characterized by inclusive behaviors and practices for the benefit of all staffs.
d. Improving employment and career development plans for all women and
disabled.
e. Making aware all staffs regarding their rights and responsibilities related to
fairness, respect and equity for all diversity aspects.
4. Email:
To
The CEO
Aus Accountancy
Respected Sir,
Subject: Finalized Diversity Policy and Procedures
We have been able to conduct analysis and get feedback from all team members to
regarding the practices in diversity. We would like to present the finalized policy and
procedures for your approval.
o A key objective of this policy is to continuously improve service delivery
and in attaining the company's objectives.
o It is characterized by inclusive behaviors and practices for the benefit of
all staffs.
o Improving employment and career development plans for all women
and disabled.
o Making aware all staffs regarding their rights and responsibilities
related to fairness, respect and equity for all diversity aspects.
Conclusion
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To conclude, it can be said that the above diversity policies can provide significant benefits to
the company. Expanding the company with diversified employees will enable meeting
diversified customer needs.
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References
Human Rights Commission. [2019]. Diversity in Australia. Retrieved from
<www.humanrights.gov.au/face-facts>
Racism No Way. [2019]. About Racism. Retrieved from
<https://www.racismnoway.com.au/about-racism/australias-cultural-diversity/diversity-
of-religion-and-spiritual-beliefs/>
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