Diversity and Equity Management in Universities and Colleges

Dr. Radhika Kapur

14-26 Vol: 8, Issue: 4, 2018

Receiving Date: 2018-09-22
Acceptance Date: 2018-10-02
Publication Date: 2018-10-21

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Abstract

In higher educational institutions, the enrolment of individuals takes place on a wide-ranging scale belonging to different backgrounds and categories. The individuals migrate from all over the country and differ from each other regarding factors such as, caste, creed, race, ethnicity, religion, gender, occupation and socio-economic background. It is vital to formulate policies and procedures for the effective integration of diverse categories of individuals. They should be made available equal rights and opportunities. It is vital to initiate procedures that would render a significant contribution in the management of diversity and equity. The main purpose of this research paper is to understand diversity and equity management in universities and colleges. The main areas that have been taken into account include, why is diversity important, the equity perspective, factors to consider in diversity and equity management, ways to implement diversity and equity management in universities and colleges, equity, diversity and inclusion themes and recommendations.

Keywords: Diversity; Equity; Institutions; Education; Developments; Individuals

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