Creating inclusive and diverse workplaces. Employees' views on gender discrimination

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1 Creating inclusive and diverse workplaces Employees' views on gender discrimination

2 Empowering Women, Empowering Humanity: Picture it! Proud to support International Women s day 2015 #Makeithappen #Paintitpurple

3 /2 Exploring views The purpose of this report is to understand how employees perceive workplace gender discrimination. The findings highlight key areas for focus as we work to build better workplaces and working lives for everyone. 100% 17% the percentage of female FTSE board members (Cranfield University, 2013) 88% of women think gender discrimination exists at work 51% of women think they may have experienced discrimination due to gender Do you think gender discrimination in the workplace still exists? No definitely not No I don t think so Yes - but only in jest Yes - but only marginally Yes - it s inherent in the workplace 4.2% 3.0% 13.6% 9.3% 17.4% 12.3% 22.5% 30.3% Male Female 42.3% 45.1%

4 /3 What impact is this having? High performing organisations put diversity, inclusion and strong values at the heart of everything they do. Conversely, the impact of perceived discrimination is felt negatively throughout an organisation, and the views of respondents reflect this. 31% 25% 34% 33% RESIGN! A negative career impact was mentioned by 31% of women A quarter of women have considered leaving their job because of it 34% of women believe it has negatively impacted pay It has put 33% off having a child due to potential impacts on their career Do you think gender has negatively affected any of the following in your career? Morale at work Career progression Level of salary 13% 12% 23% 13% 26% Working hours Benefits (contractual or non-contractual

5 / year olds perceive greater gender discrimination than any others Our poll revealed that younger people felt differently about gender discrimination. 54% believe they have been discriminated against, compared to 44% on average 27% think their careers have been impaired by discrimination, compared to 23% on average Do you think gender discrimination in the workplace still exists? (%) Yes - it s inherent in the workplace Yes - but only marginally Yes - but only in jest No I don t think so No definately not This suggested differing cross generational views Creating inclusive and diverse workplaces Employees views on gender discrimination

6 /5 Are people optimistic? The good news is that 68% of women think gender discrimination is falling. Do you think the situation has changed at all in the last five years? (%) It s got worse 7% 10% I don t know Employees also reported that more needs to be done. It s got slightly better 34% 34% 16% No i do not think it has changed At Investors in People we believe 2015 is the year to make it happen. Improving but more needs to be done It is up to leaders to help change this; an inclusive culture is fundamental to success for any organisation. The views of employees clearly show that many businesses have a long way to go in fostering such an environment. Valerie Todd CBE, Director of Talent at Crossrail and Chair of IIP

7 /6 Set a high Standard Leaders looking to build inclusive, diverse workplaces with opportunities for all need to find a way to set clear expectations, measure progress and constantly improve. The sixth generation of the Investors in People management Standard, launching in 2015, focuses on recognising these inclusive, diverse and values-driven organisations. The workforce is diverse and reflects the communities and markets the organisation serves Leaders are active role models, leading by example and trusted by people in the organisation The organisation s values are at the heart of everything it does People are empowered to challenge the status quo to improve the organisation s performance There is a culture of appreciation where people feel valued and are recognised for their efforts and performance Learn more about the Investors in People management Standard

8 About this poll /7 The Investors in People employee poll is based on responses from 2000 people, in UK employment, asked between 20th and 23rd February The poll was conducted by OnePoll on behalf of Investors in People. All 2000 people questioned were based in the UK and currently in full employment. International Women s Day 2015 This is the time to uphold women s achievements, recognise challenges, and focus greater attention on women s rights and gender equality to mobilise all people to do their part. UN Women International Women s Day is a time to reflect on progress made, to call for change and to celebrate acts of courage and determination by ordinary women who have played an extraordinary role in the history of their countries and communities. Investors in People are proud to support diverse, inclusive workplaces that value the contribution of every person. #Makeithappen

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