Acceptance of Gays, Lesbians Is a Big Part of Kodak's Diversity Picture
Workforce Management › August 03, 2009
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Summary
Laura Brooks worked with peers at Eastman Kodak Co. to curb harassment and educate employees about their "GLBT" (gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender) co-workers. Unlike managers in some organizations, Brooks had ample resources to achieve her goals. Kodak offers a novel approach to diversity training and a wide range of programs. The company has not one but five education programs that address workplace inclusion of GLBT employees. CEO Dan Carp has declared diversity as a business imperative as the company cultivates teamwork, and the GLBT initiatives are just one part of a comprehensive effort encompassing myriad dimensions of diversity. Kodak's commitment to diversity also helps it attract and retain a diverse workforce, says David Kassnoff, manager of communications and public relations.
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Acceptance of Gays, Lesbians Is a Big Part of Kodak's Diversity Picture
LAURA BROOKS, a former regional manager for logistics at Eastman Kodak Co., recalls her first inkling that the workplace might feel hostile for gay co-workers.
The company was conducting a culture audit of the warehouse and distribution operation and took pains to ensure anonymity when planning a focus group of gay employees. A consultant, not someone from Kodak, would facilitate the meeting. It would be held off-site so co-workers wouldn't see participants. And invitation...See the full content of this document
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