Learning engagement interventions to enhance diversity, equity and inclusivity culture at workplace

Abstract

Purpose

The aim of this study is to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DEI) culture by using individuals’ learning engagement (ILE) as a catalyst with formal and informal learning engagement interventions for sustainable learning and performance.

Design/methodology/approach

As part of a transdisciplinary study (DEI and learning), a mixed method was used. The data from 16 semi-structured interviews (SSI) with corporate professionals was analysed to create the ILE framework for enhancing DEI culture. A focus group discussion and experimentation were used for validation as triangulation.

Findings

The suggested ILE framework had a considerable impact on DEI. Findings revealed a positive, statistically significant association between ILE and DEI cultural enhancement describing how participants' ILE experiences impacted their DEI perspectives, demonstrating compelling evidence of DEI culture enhancement.

Practical implications

This study proposes a sustainable learning approach for a multi-cultural workforce by using the ILE framework for business, HR, DEI and L&D experts to enhance DEI culture.

Originality/value

The study contributes to DEI and learning engagement domains with a framework for integrating all three elements of DEI by using impactful ILE interventions.

Citation

Wavre, S.P., Kuknor, S.C., Dhaktod, P. and Khokale, S. (2024), "Learning engagement interventions to enhance diversity, equity and inclusivity culture at workplace", Journal of Workplace Learning, Vol. 36 No. 8, pp. 637-657. https://doi.org/10.1108/JWL-02-2024-0046