Ethnic minorities will make up over half of the growth in the UK population in the next 10 years.
Staff and skills shortages mean that traditional sources of labour are drying up.
Ethnic minorities represent a growing target market, with a spending power of around £32 billion pa and growing.
Companies of all sizes are increasingly expected to play a part in their local community, as part of their social responsibility, and are judged by customers and potential recruits on their performance.
Legislation in the race area means that all public sector organisations will require their suppliers to be able to demonstrate active diversity policies and practices and to promote race equality.
The costs of industrial tribunals can be enormous if the company is found guilty of discrimination and the company’s image can also be badly affected through adverse publicity.
A diverse workforce has been proved to be more innovative and productive and it enhances a company’s image as modern and forward thinking.
QED-UK is at the forefront in addressing these issues and in encouraging employers to take positive steps towards diversity in their workplaces.
If you are an employer we would encourage you to watch our video, "It Makes Good Business Sense", and to see how you might harness the best available talent from our multicultural population. The video shows how several companies have improved their turnover, staff relationships and standing in their community by diversifying their workforce.
If you would like to know more, please get in touch with us. We are more than ready to help and advise you in any way we can.
