Paving the way for an inclusive, enabling and equal work environment

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Shambhavi Solanki, Head-HR, Policybazaar.com

The conversations around equality and diversity are increasingly finding their way into the corporate spaces. Right from boardrooms to cubicles, inclusivity can be seen flourishing beyond being a matter of mere social responsibility. Often, the badge of soaring numbers and revenues demonstrates the success of an enterprise, but take a closer look, and you’ll find what truly holds up these indicators — people and their unique strengths. An organization is defined by its people, and the people are defined by their distinct characteristics and diverse backgrounds, seamlessly woven together to create one organizational character and culture.

The people-first approach, therefore, holds a far greater significance in the current corporate climate. It’s the guiding principle for an enterprise to not just embrace diversity but also nurture and celebrate it to help people become their best versions at work. The traditional definition of equality is constantly changing today’s dynamic professional landscape. Here’s exploring how to pave the way for a more inclusive, diverse, and enabling workplace.

Leadership commitment and policies

Organizations work on a top-down approach, which means the leadership culture gradually becomes organizational culture over time. This is championed by Policybazaar’s leadership, not through just words but actions. Women also have a seat at the boardroom table which is critical in decision-making for the entire organisation. Also, one of the two most important business units at the organization – life insurance – is being headed by an inspiring woman leader. Additionally, we also have female management leading critical verticals like Legal, HR, Investor