{"id":2908,"date":"2021-02-08T12:52:32","date_gmt":"2021-02-08T17:52:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/?p=2908"},"modified":"2023-12-12T16:28:04","modified_gmt":"2023-12-12T21:28:04","slug":"equality-and-equity-difference-and-why-it-matters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/equality-and-equity-difference-and-why-it-matters\/","title":{"rendered":"Guest Blog: Equality and Equity &#8211; The Difference Between the Two and Why It Matters"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><button id=\"listenButton1\" class=\"responsivevoice-button\" type=\"button\" value=\"Play\" title=\"ResponsiveVoice Tap to Start\/Stop Speech\"><span>&#128266; Listen to this article<\/span><\/button>\n        <script>\n            listenButton1.onclick = function(){\n                if(responsiveVoice.isPlaying()){\n                    responsiveVoice.cancel();\n                }else{\n                    responsiveVoice.speak(\"Equality and equity are often used interchangeably and if you thought these two terms meant the same thing, you wouldn\u2019t be alone. While they may sound similar, they have distinct definitions. As a company, you may want to foster a workplace environment that values diversity and achieves equity. But in order to accomplish this, it\u2019s important to understand what equity is and also understand that it is not the same as equality.\u00a0\u00a0 Equality is defined as equal opportunities and treating everyone equally. Whereas, equity is\u00a0 defined as fairness and providing proportional opportunities, resources, and representation.\u00a0 When it comes to education, the workforce, and the government, we have equal opportunities.\u00a0 Every American in this country has a right to education, has the right to enter the workforce\u00a0 and be considered for jobs, and has the right to run for political office, regardless of their\u00a0 gender, race, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, etc. However, that does not mean\u00a0 everyone has a fair chance. For an example, even though every American is allowed to pursue higher education, not all Americans have the monetary resources and means to attend college. Many are living in underserved communities, making it difficult to achieve some of the academic standards that other students might have or access academic support and funds for higher education. Therefore, while equality is about everything being the same or equal, equity is about fairness and leveling the playing field. It requires the acknowledgment that each individual\u2019s needs and obstacles are different.\u00a0 Your company might strive to have a just and inclusive workplace, but providing equal\u00a0 opportunities to candidates and employees isn\u2019t enough. There could still be barriers and\u00a0 challenges holding some individuals back. Inequity in the workforce can take shape in many different forms. Examples would be a differently abled employee not granted accommodations to perform well, a new parent not given flexibility to continue working while caring for their\u00a0 child, pay gap between men and women, lack of BIPOC and female leadership, absence of gender neutral bathrooms in the office, lack of inclusive language being used throughout the\u00a0 organization, and implicit biases.\u00a0\u00a0 Equity in the workplace benefits your company and brings more profits to your business. It helps you attract and retain high-quality and diverse talent, keeps employees motivated and engaged, enhances creativity, and increases productivity. It also helps ensure a diverse and\u00a0 inclusive environment where your business or organization can benefit from different ideas and skills, as well as innovation. You\u2019ll notice better relationships between employees, effective\u00a0 problem solving and decision making, and a positive reputation and trust with customers or\u00a0 clients.\u00a0 Identifying and taking a close look at the potential inequities in your workplace is the first step to making an equitable and inclusive environment for all of your employees and implementing fair hiring practices. Target specific goals and decide what areas need change. It\u2019s important to\u00a0 start the process by paying attention to and examining what each of your employees\u2019 needs are and whether or not they\u2019re being met. It is also essential that you make your employees feel\u00a0safe to open up and be honest to you about their concerns, especially as some of the matters\u00a0 might be of sensitive nature. If an employee has depression or anxiety, they should feel\u00a0 comfortable to request accommodations for their mental health needs.\u00a0\u00a0 Perhaps if an employee is disabled and can do their job better from home, you can permit\u00a0 remote working and provide the necessities for home office setup. To increase female and BIPOC leadership, offer career development and mentorship opportunities. To support\u00a0 breastfeeding moms, provide lactation spaces and paid parental leave. To create a welcoming\u00a0 and inclusive environment for trans and non-binary employees, make sure that there are\u00a0 gender neutral bathrooms in the office.\u00a0\u00a0 When it comes to diversity initiatives, it\u2019s not enough to hire diverse people. Equitable compensation is also key. The pay gap between men and women and between whites and racial and ethnic minorities is existent across the US and in many industries. According to\u00a0 Payscale, the median salary for men is 19% higher than for women and women earn 81 cents\u00a0 for every dollar earned by men. There\u2019s a bigger difference for women of color as well. Potential reasons could be lack of paid maternity and parental leave and gender and racial\u00a0 discrimination when it comes to promotions and advancement. Providing hiring managers and human resources with diversity trainings that address unconscious and racial biases is one way to help resolve the pay disparity. Checking in periodically with your employees can help you know if you\u2019re making progress and success. It would also be helpful to emphasize how much you value equity and that is an integral part to your business or organization so that the members of your staff feel comfortable and safe to come forward with their concerns and offer input.\u00a0\u00a0 Achieving equity in the workplace is no simple task, nor something that can be accomplished in\u00a0 one day. It requires commitment, work, and effort. It requires a willingness to be open and listen to different perspectives, empathy to understand the unique needs of each of your\u00a0 employees, and an awareness of the complex issues resulting from inequity. What\u2019s considered\u00a0 a fair work environment cannot always be easily determined. Deciding how to allocate\u00a0 proportional resources and programs will depend on each employee\u2019s needs, based on the\u00a0 individual barriers and situations they\u2019re facing.\u00a0\u00a0 Without a strong DEI training program in place, it can be easy to get lost in a spider web as you\u00a0 try to figure out an equity strategy for your company or organization. A third-party consultant can help you take action to improving workplace equity that will result in a more productive\u00a0 and satisfied team, a healthier environment, better rapport with customers and clients, and an increase in your bottom line. When you\\'re ready to get started planning your organization\\'s DEI initiatives and training, contact us. Noreen Quadir is a content writer, with a background in social activism and a passion in\u00a0 advocating for diversity, inclusion, and equity. She writes for online blogs and publications,\u00a0 social media, and websites.\", \"US English Male\");\n                }\n            };\n        <\/script>\n     <\/br><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Equality and equity are often used interchangeably and if you thought these two terms meant the same thing, you wouldn<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">t be alone. While they may sound similar, they have distinct definitions. As a company, you may want to foster a workplace environment that values diversity and achieves equity. But in order to accomplish this, it<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">s important to understand what equity is and also understand that it is not the same as <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">equality<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/library\/%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8876 size-large lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/NEW-TDM-Library-Display-Ad_Large-A-1024x341.png\" alt=\"TDM Library: your one-stop-shop for update, expert DEI Resources. Explore the platform with a free trial. Click here to learn more.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/NEW-TDM-Library-Display-Ad_Large-A-1024x341.png 1024w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/NEW-TDM-Library-Display-Ad_Large-A-600x200.png 600w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/NEW-TDM-Library-Display-Ad_Large-A-300x100.png 300w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/NEW-TDM-Library-Display-Ad_Large-A-768x256.png 768w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/NEW-TDM-Library-Display-Ad_Large-A.png 1200w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/341;\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Equality <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is defined as equal opportunities and treating everyone equally. Whereas, <\/span><b>equity <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is\u00a0 defined as fairness and providing proportional opportunities, resources, and representation.\u00a0 When it comes to education, the workforce, and the government, we have equal opportunities.\u00a0 Every American in this country has a right to education, has the right to enter the workforce\u00a0 and be considered for jobs, and has the right to run for political office, regardless of their\u00a0 gender, race, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, etc. However, that does not mean\u00a0 everyone has a <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fair <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">chance. For an example, even though every American is allowed to pursue higher education, not all Americans have the monetary resources and means to attend college. Many are living in underserved communities, making it difficult to achieve some of the academic standards that other students might have or access academic support and funds for higher education. Therefore, while equality is about everything being the same or equal, equity is about fairness and leveling the playing field. It requires the acknowledgment that each individual<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">s needs and obstacles are different.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your company might strive to have a just and inclusive workplace, but providing equal\u00a0 opportunities to candidates and employees isn<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">t enough. There could still be barriers and\u00a0 challenges holding some individuals back. Inequity in the workforce can take shape in many different forms. Examples would be a differently abled employee not granted accommodations to perform well, a new parent not given flexibility to continue working while caring for their\u00a0 child, pay gap between men and women, lack of BIPOC and female leadership, absence of gender neutral bathrooms in the office, lack of inclusive language being used throughout the\u00a0 organization, and implicit biases.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Equity in the workplace benefits your company and brings more profits to your business. It helps you attract and retain high-quality and diverse talent, keeps employees motivated and engaged, enhances creativity, and increases productivity. It also helps ensure a diverse and\u00a0 inclusive environment where your business or organization can benefit from different ideas and skills, as well as innovation. You<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ll notice better relationships between employees, effective\u00a0 problem solving and decision making, and a positive reputation and trust with customers or\u00a0 clients.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identifying and taking a close look at the potential inequities in your workplace is the first step to making an equitable and inclusive environment for all of your employees and implementing fair hiring practices. Target specific goals and decide what areas need change. It<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">s important to\u00a0 start the process by paying attention to and examining what each of your employees<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">needs are <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and whether or not they<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">re being met. It is also essential that you make your employees feel\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">safe to open up and be honest to you about their concerns, especially as some of the matters\u00a0 might be of sensitive nature. If an employee has depression or anxiety, they should feel\u00a0 comfortable to request accommodations for their mental health needs.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps if an employee is disabled and can do their job better from home, you can permit\u00a0 remote working and provide the necessities for home office setup. To increase female and BIPOC leadership, offer career development and mentorship opportunities. To support\u00a0 breastfeeding moms, provide lactation spaces and paid parental leave. To create a welcoming\u00a0 and inclusive environment for trans and non-binary employees, make sure that there are\u00a0 gender neutral bathrooms in the office.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to diversity initiatives, it<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">s not enough to hire diverse people. Equitable compensation is also key. The pay gap between men and women and between whites and racial and ethnic minorities is existent across the US and in many industries. According to\u00a0 Payscale, the median salary for men is 19% higher than for women and women earn 81 cents\u00a0 for every dollar earned by men. There<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">s a bigger difference for women of color as well. Potential reasons could be lack of paid maternity and parental leave and gender and racial\u00a0 discrimination when it comes to promotions and advancement. Providing hiring managers and human resources with diversity trainings that address unconscious and racial biases is one way to help resolve the pay disparity. Checking in periodically with your employees can help you know if you<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">re making progress and success. It would also be helpful to emphasize how much you value equity and that is an integral part to your business or organization so that the members of your staff feel comfortable and safe to come forward with their concerns and offer input.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Achieving equity in the workplace is no simple task, nor something that can be accomplished in\u00a0 one day. It requires commitment, work, and effort. It requires a willingness to be open and listen to different perspectives, empathy to understand the unique needs of each of your\u00a0 employees, and an awareness of the complex issues resulting from inequity. What<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">s considered\u00a0 a fair work environment cannot always be easily determined. Deciding how to allocate\u00a0 proportional resources and programs will depend on each employee<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">s needs, based on the\u00a0 individual barriers and situations they<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">re facing.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Without a strong DEI training program in place, it can be easy to get lost in a spider web as you\u00a0 try to figure out an equity strategy for your company or organization. A third-party consultant can help you take action to improving workplace equity that will result in a more productive\u00a0 and satisfied team, a healthier environment, better rapport with customers and clients, and an increase in your bottom line. When you&#8217;re ready to get started planning your organization&#8217;s DEI initiatives and training, <a href=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact us<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/library\/%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-8041 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/TDM-Library-Footer-Ad-A-1024x85.png\" alt=\"Display ad for TDM Library. Text says &quot;Find more content like this in TDM Library. Start my free trial&quot;\" width=\"1024\" height=\"85\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/TDM-Library-Footer-Ad-A-1024x85.png 1024w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/TDM-Library-Footer-Ad-A-600x50.png 600w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/TDM-Library-Footer-Ad-A-300x25.png 300w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/TDM-Library-Footer-Ad-A-768x64.png 768w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/TDM-Library-Footer-Ad-A.png 1200w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/85;\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/noreenquadir\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Noreen Quadir<\/a> is a content writer, with a background in social activism and a passion in\u00a0 advocating for diversity, inclusion, and equity. 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