The Human Rights Commission has  finally published the religious diversity in the workplace guidelines. NZ Christian Network National Director Glyn Carpenter has been involved as a member of the reference group commenting on the various draft documents.

Currently the publication is only available online www.hrc.co.nz/2012/religious-diversity-in-the-workplace but a print run is planned. There will be a small launch at the National Interfaith Forum this month (17-19 February) at Church College in Hamilton.

Introducing the document, the HRC says:

“New Zealand’s population is constantly changing and growing. It now includes significant communities of Buddhists, Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs and Jews ? all playing an important role in the country’s economy.  Out of this diversity, a need has grown for guidance in managing religious diversity in the workplace for workers, employers, union officials, human resource personnel and religious communities.

"Religious diversity in the workplace: questions and concerns raises awareness of issues that may arise and offers guidance in understanding and accommodating religious diversity in the workplace."

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