Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives for Female Employees in the Workplace- A Case Study

Abstract

XYZ Ltd. an organisation in the IT industry is facing high level of female attrition. The organisation decides to counter this by introducing a number of policies that are aimed at enhancing the work life balance of the female staff in the organisation. Three policies were introduced namely, one, extending the maternity leave by two months (without pay), two, work from home, and three, introducing a crèche facility. Of this, the policy on crèche facility is still in its trial period. This case speaks about the process of reviewing the policy.