Diversity and Transformation

Diversity and Transformation. Many South Africans believe that managing diversity and transformation are specifically South African issues. On the contrary, management of diversity is an important area in many countries. The level of movement of persons to find work increases this responsibility. Many countries have enacted legislation to prevent unfair discrimination; in South Africa this area includes the Employment Equity Act, and the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment legislation and sectoral charters. An understanding of the management of diversity within the workforce, and the legal requirements of legislation related to discrimination and affirmative action, are critical to effective human resource management.