Consideration of workforce diversity is a part of HRM. Respond and discuss the following with your classmates and instructor:

• What comprises workforce diversity?
• What is the responsibility of the Human Resources Department to address this, for example in the selection and retention of employees?
• Are there legal and ethical ramifications of maintaining a diverse workforce?
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• For a healthcare organization, why would workforce diversity relate to health equity? 
• Is there a relationship between workforce diversity and improvements in patient care?

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