Explain the toll that these behaviors/actions took on the individuals and the workplace.

Module 6: Discussion Forum

There are many benefits associated with managing using a proactive approach, as opposed to a reactive approach. Unfortunately, many organizations have been reactive in terms of their diversity policies as opposed to being proactive. For this discussion, do the following:

Select a company that has been noted, recently within the news, for discriminatory workplace behaviors.

Explain what occurred in this organization in regard to discriminatory workplace behaviors. Detail the parties involved, settlement information (if applicable), etc.

Discuss how these issues could have been prevented through the use of HR policies and practices.

Explain the toll that these behaviors/actions took on the individuals and the workplace.

Justify the importance of proactivity.