Diversity

Introduction

Pharmacy profession requires a person to show commitment in promoting diversity by valuing equality and being inclusive in the various places including work, learning institution and authorities. My commitment to diversity is based on adoption of policies and behavior that will encourage inclusion at different levels.

Discussion

My commitment to diversity in the pharmacy profession is based on using regulatory provisions and roles to facilitate integration and working towards the promotion of desired behaviors. The integration process will focus on individuals, organization and the public. By knowing the goals of diversity in pharmacy profession and how it connects to the entire public and organizational goals, the commitment to the process will be easy to cultivate.  The commitment will be inculcated through encouraging quality opportunity for everybody in the education system and employment field.  The approach involves making sure that unlawful discrimination is not arising in employment or against other members of the public, authorities or even the users of the services offered in the profession. The best way to ensure that diversity is upheld is through advocating for the adoption of policies that safeguards the rights of all people regardless of differences in gender, race or ethnicity are observed. The policy should touch on all levels of authority in organizations, since leaders are best placed to ensure its implementation.  The will act as a safeguard against any actions that may be considered illegal discrimination acts and will show a commitment for equality in the profession. 

I also intend to  promote a culture that is inclusive for  all the individuals that I will come into contact with during my practice , especially the people I work with and those that I will be serving in my profession.  This involves following the regulations and policies that have been adopted to facilitate commitment to diversity. Through behavioral change, the services will not only accessible to the entire population but will be appropriate for everyone.  In any leadership position that I may hold, I will work towards provision of organizational capability for constant learning, improvement and even sharing good practice to all people at various situations. As a leader, I will strive to ensure that various behaviors in a team or organization that may encourage harassment or discrimination are eliminated. Through the various decisions made, communications and activities, I can positively promote equality among other people upon which I have an influence in the profession. Upholding dignity in a working environment can ensure issues such as targeting an individual on any ground is not tolerated.

 Having an environment through which complaints can be raised will go a long way in ensuring that diversity is respected. Learning is an important aspect in promoting such an environment and using best practice as a basis of learning, especially by engaging with organizational members, local networks and even community and their feedback will ensure diversity commitment is realized. This is true if it happens on a regular basis.  I will ensure that the equality policies or action plans are linked directly with the planning strategies of an organization, while focusing on integrating Diversity and Inclusion into the all the functions or operations. By facilitating the collection of data from the various stakeholders, it will be possible to analyze where diversity is not being promoted, analyzing impacts of organization and changing the policies or even services where necessary.  Also, it will be important to consider individuals who are vulnerable to discrimination or harassment due to their background and especially while seeking health care. By ensuring that the individuals are safeguarded against people who may exclude them, diversity is upheld.

Conclusion

Adoption of appropriate policies will ensure that cases of inequality, discrimination and harassment on whatever grounds are dealt with. Encouraging a culture of inclusivity is an indicator for a commitment to diversity in different situations.