QUESTION ONE $[50]$

$1\mathrm{.}1.$ Evaluate the following statement: $$The pandemic forced organisations to reevaluate

their talent acquisition and retention strategies.$(25)$

$1\mathrm{.}2.$HR departments will need to prioritise diversity, equity, and inclusion $($DEI$)$ initiatives

to create inclusive workplaces where all employees feel valued and empowered.$$

Recommend ways in which the HR department may prioritise DEI initiatives in

recruitment, selection, training, and performance management