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When good intentions aren't supported by social science evidence: diversity research and policy

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imageSuccessful group outcomes aren't guaranteed by the simple recipe of 'Just add diversity.'Talking image via www.shutterstoc.com.

You’d be forgiven for assuming a quick and sure way to multiply profits and amplify organizational success is to increase the gender and racial diversity of any group. According to claims in the mainstream media, the...

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