THE MARKET OF TOMORROW IS NOT THE MARKET OF TODAY

 

Minority buying power in Minnesota will increase 50-100% between 2002-2007. (Selig Center for Economic Growth)


Students in Rochester schools now speak more than 50 different languages. (Rochester Public Schools)


In the next 25 years, jobs in our community will grow by 41%, but our pool of workers will only grow by 20%. (Rochester Olmsted Planning Department).


In the next 25 years, 40,000 additional people will move to Olmsted County. 57% will be people of color. (Rochester Olmsted Planning Department)

Diversity Toolkit for Business ~

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This table of contents gives a general overview of the resources provided by the Diversity Toolkit. Underlined items are available for preview.

 

Section 1: The Business Case for Diversity

  1. General Business Case for Southeast Minnesota
  2. Healthcare Industry
  3. Technology Industry
  4. Manufacturing Industry
  5. The Cost of Discrimination

 

Section 2: Tools for Managers: Diversity Awareness Activities

  1. Bias Card Game: An activity on inclusion and exclusion
  2. Choosing Sides: A thought-provoking exercise on the value and challenges of working with those who are like us and those who are different
  3. Diversity Bingo: Find out something new about your coworkers and discover the diversity in your midst.
  4. First Thoughts: Our mental reflexes can surprise us. Becoming aware of them is the first step to moving beyond them.
  5. Is the World Colorblind? Take a look at the imagery of color in the English language.
  6. Responding to Disability: To help or not to help? A short quiz and resources for discussion.
  7. Sketch a Penny: A demonstration of the value of different perspectives.
  8. The Power of Language: Building awareness of the subtle connotations and the potent effects of the words we choose.
  9. The Real Olmsted County: How much do YOU know about this place we call home?
  10. The Squeeze: A contest illustrates the importance of being careful with what we say.
  11. Village of 1,000: Shrink down our global village for a better understanding of our place in the world.
  12. Nonverbal Translations: Building awareness of cultural differences in nonverbal communication and exploring strategies for bridging the gap.
  13. Insider/Outsider: Developing understanding for individuals outside the mainstream.
  14. Exchanging Greetings: Building rapport among coworkers and customers by learning common greetings in other languages.
  15. What's In a Name? Discovering shared values across ethnic boundaries by sharing stories behind names.

 

Section 3: Ready Resources

  1. Best Practices in Managing Diversity
    1. Best Practices in Diversity Initiatives
    2. A Diversity Self-Assessment
    3. The Culturally Proficient Professional
    4. Principles of Cultural Proficiency
    5. Best Practices in Recruiting a Diverse Workforce
    6. Best Practices in Retaining a Diverse Workforce
  2. Diversity Tip Sheets
    1. Tips for Unbiased Interviewing
    2. Generational Differences in the Workplace
    3. Marketing Trends Among Minorities
    4. Reasonable Accommodation: What Does it Mean for Your Business?
    5. Resources for Recruiting a Diverse Workforce
    6. Somali Culture
    7. Sudanese Culture
    8. Southeast Asian Culture
    9. Cross-Cultural Communication: Translating Nonverbal Cues
    10. Communicating with Non-Native English Speakers
    11. Refugees and the Lasting Effects of War: Understanding Your New Neighbors
  3. Diversity Council Reference Library
    1. Books
    2. Videos

     

Section 4: Diversity Council Training

The following workshops are available from the Diversity Council for a fee. Corporate members at the $1000 level and above receive complimentary training as a membership benefit. Follow the links below for an overview of each workshop, including objectives, a summary of content, and estimated time required. For more information, please contact the Diversity Council at 507-282-9951 and staff will be pleased to assist you.

  1. Barnga: A Cross-Cultural Simulation
  2. Cultural Awareness
  3. Discrimination: When Thoughts Become Action
  4. End Bullying
  5. Living Together: A History of Prejudice in Olmsted County
  6. Is the World Colorblind?
  7. It's All About Respect
  8. Navigating Our Diverse World
  9. It's Tomorrow Today: Diversity is Here to Stay
  10. The Power of Words
  11. Race: The Power of Illusion
  12. Rising Above Stereotypes & Prejudice
  13. Same & Different
  14. Starpower: A Simulation of Power Networks
  15. The New Americans
  16. The Truth About Immigration
  17. White Privilege

The Diversity Toolkit for Business is provided at no cost for corporate members at the Sponsor level and above ($500 or more). Nonmembers may purchase the toolkit for $250. For more information, contact Kami Jordan at 507-282-9951 or info@diversitycouncil.org.