“Years ago, I found myself in a toxic work environment where diversity was not celebrated, but rather seen as a hindrance. I experienced discrimination and exclusion based on my background, which made me feel undervalued and unheard. However, instead of letting this negativity consume me, I rose above it. I realised that my unique perspective and experiences were valuable assets that could contribute positively to the workplace. Through perseverance and resilience, I overcame the challenges I faced and thrived in an environment that embraced diversity and inclusion”.

These were the words of Grace Ubah while narrating her negative diversity experience.

Sadly, this is the reality of many in the workplace. Gender prejudice, religious discrimination, cultural bias, etc. exist in todays business world.

But not all diversity story ends badly, right?

What is your diversity story? Positive or negative?

By sharing our diversity stories, we can foster a culture of acceptance, respect, and understanding.



To promote diversity, some MSc students of Pan Atlantic University, Lagos were given the task of creating a campaign video on diversity in the workplace as part of their coursework on Organizational Communication at the School of Media and Communication.

They came up with this video concept.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pWd6ebW1baA?si=VtxDCrzDXYYTx-4e


watch the video, get inspired and share your diversity story.

#ThinkDiversity

Talk about coming to a thread I created and looking at things I wrote like another person wrote them. I've been away for like how long I'm here now to get info on how I can get a dollar account running and if I only have to open a domiciliary account, in Nigeria that is. And see me googling for assistance up and down like I'm in a dark room. How do people find their way around biko?

Just for the records, I'm up for a job in the United States
'tainks'

Ehuatamuigunisi:


All the banks will open domiciliary account for you. In most cases, the requirements are the same with opening current account. Once opened, you are expected to fund the account with dollars.

But must one open a domiciliary account to run a dollar account in Nigeria? and if yes, what's the requirement?

Hello landers...am kweensisan , a writer and a student...I have short stories for sale and I can develop a story(in prose form) around any idea you have..I don't need the name..or any recognition..I just wanna write..and get paid..I could be reached on 08139359882(strictly business)
Publishers
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bugzy07:
Women of this generation are just nothing to right home about no wonder most of them are finding it difficult to get married and the few ones that does their marriages doesn't last more than a year.

How can a woman be abdicating her responsibility to the husband? Am not talking that the man can't help out sometimes but the comments i read most especially from the female folks is just disgusting.

Where are the true Mothers to come teach the girls of this generation some morales about the home front. SMH..... Our esteem cuktured is waning by the day all in the name of civilization and westernisation. May God save this generation.

...I feel your pain sir....but please take it easy

Oliviaarims:


Did it? I'm sorry.

forgiven

creepy..the swimming part

lmao..this is so funny

Oliviaarims:


Are you going to continue telling me I ran and left you till the close of age? Lol.

..lmao..it pained me sha

Oliviaarims:


You can help me pound yam too, right?

...after you ran and left me.. ...I aint pounding..NAH-DA!

ba7man:
When he starts hitting on you again, tell him you've recorded the phonecall/ munched the chat/ or tell him to wait, then bring out your phone, press record in his presence and tell him to continue.

Use it as a bargaining tool to make him back off or else you'll expose his actions.


You're welcome.

..hahahaha

praiseluv:
So my friend introduced me to her boyfriend..and now we happen to be around the same place and my friend isn't..recently we met at a party and he introduced me to people as his wife to be....now he's been saying stuffs about wanting to marry me and how I shouldn't let my friend know and all..my friend like's this guy and I have no intentions of ruining their relationship..but at the same time I don't want to seem like a bad friend...because if I were her..I would appreciate it if she told me...I don't like this guy..before you go ahead to ask..I just still respect him as my friend's boyfriend..what do you think?

..Praise honey..it all depends on your friends pattern of reasoning..you should know her better than anyone else...if she'll take it well..tell her..if not..mind your business and stay away from the guy..if his intentions are clear he should be able to come out clean..you can't have your cake and eat it

Ibadan..when will your pic be here?..lol

lol...saw this question and I smiled.As a lady,I would sooo love it if my husband would pound for me ..would be really romantic..lol...but that doesn't mean that dinner's pounded yam.. I'll now come and call my husby to come and pound yam like it's his duty...neeh...I'll pound it...it's more of my duty than his...but it sure shouldn't be difficult to walk up to him and say am tired and I need his assistance...then get it anytime I please..so there, It's a two way thing

nicce...I like

omocalabar:
so na ur fada dey off our lite

..LMAO...no o..lool

op..what exactly do you want to be said..am even trying to understand why you posted this here...she sent you a reply to your question by 10:06 and by 10:19 you had not replied...then you sent lol..by 8:30 the next day...obviously if the relationship is as serious as you introduced...I don't see where the girl has gone wrong...you obviously took so trivially something that was important to her...and that's disappointing..then posting it on nairaland so people would advice you whether or not you should give her the money or to bash your girlfriend with hurtful words?...I see this as insensitivity on your part and that's my opinion

my colleague found him in like a second..sitting down in the toilet..that pic he took..down left

Juliana7:
@op, thanks for d info, pls what is koniferi seed is dat what is generally called in our local markets in nigeria and can d coca cola flavour be gotten from where they sell other flavours like vannila? Thanks

..yes honey...you can get the coca-cola flavour where you get vanilla..and for the koniferi seed..it's sold in the market..especially amongst the hausa traders..once you request for it...they'll know what you're talking about..Hope I helped?

Oliviaarims:


I'm busy

mackerel like you

Oliviaarims:


When am I visiting? Was that the plan?

..okay..true..I visit first..I remember now

Oliviaarims:


Baby!

..please take your love language test and post your result let's see..let me know if have been wasting my I love you's

Oliviaarims:


Baby!

..I tell you

Oliviaarims:


You better have zobo ready in your house!

..fish..lol..if I get an order...it will sure be ready..when are you visiting anyway?

CaraJewel:
No

..lol..issokai

CaraJewel:
Didnt understand ntin

visit the website

obiorathesubtle:
Goodluck wit that..

If it has little sexual content, you will get little attention..


2016 honey..

lol..you think?...am not exactly proud of your mentality

obiorathesubtle:
You think? As long as it's lengthy, it isn't "easier to glance"

...there are readers and there are people who just glance...so the difference in colour text entices people who just glance to see more than they intended

obiorathesubtle:
Wida the colour riot na?

..simply for difference..makes it easier to glance

Did this and thought I should share..makes you understand you and your partner better..that's my result..you could know yours too...WHATYA THINK
[i]http://www.5lovelanguages.com/profile/couple[/i]s/



The highest score indicates your primary love language - how you really understand the expressions of love from others. It’s common to have two high scores (the highest score being 12), although one language tends to have a slight edge for most people. The lower scores in your profile indicate those languages you seldom use to communicate love and which probably don’t affect you on an emotional level in your relationships.
9 Acts of Service
9 Receiving Gifts
8 Words of Affirmation
4 Quality Time
0 Physical Touch

Acts of Service Acts of Service


Can helping with homework really be an expression of love? Absolutely! Anything you do to ease the burden of responsibilities weighing on an “Acts of Service” person will speak volumes. The words he or she most wants to hear: “Let me do that for you.” Laziness, broken commitments, and making more work for them tell speakers of this language their feelings don’t matter. When others serve you out of love (and not obligation), you feel truly valued and loved.

Receiving Gifts Receiving Gifts

Don’t mistake this love language for materialism; the receiver of gifts thrives on the love, thoughtfulness, and effort behind the gift. If you speak this language, the perfect gift or gesture shows that you are known, you are cared for, and you are prized above whatever was sacrificed to bring the gift to you. A missed birthday or a hasty, thoughtless gift would be disastrous—so would the absence of everyday gestures. Gifts are heartfelt symbols to you of someone else's love and affection for you.


Words of Affirmation Words of Affirmation

Actions don’t always speak louder than words. If this is your love language, unsolicited compliments mean the world to you. Hearing the words, “I love you,” are important— hearing the reasons behind that love sends your spirits skyward. Insults can leave you shattered and are not easily forgotten. You thrive on hearing kind and encouraging words that build you up.

Quality Time Quality Time

In Quality Time, nothing says “I love you” like full, undivided attention. Being there for this type of person is critical, but really being there—with the TV off, fork and knife down, and all chores and tasks on standby—makes you feel truly special and loved. Distractions, postponed activities, or the failure to listen can be especially hurtful. Whether itʼs spending uninterrupted time talking with someone else or doing activities together, you deepen your connection with others through sharing time.

Physical Touch Physical Touch

A person whose primary language is Physical Touch is, not surprisingly, very touchy. Hugs, pats on the back, and thoughtful touches on the arm—they can all be ways to show excitement, concern, care, and love. Physical presence and accessibility are crucial, while neglect or abuse can be unforgivable and destructive. Appropriate and timely touches communicate warmth, safety, and love to you.
Understand your love language

Remember - this description just scratches the surface of one love language. There’s much more to help you really understand the love languages of you and others in Dr. Chapman’s book, The 5 Love Languages Singles Edition.

Not what you expected?

If the results don’t seem right, here are three other approaches to discovering your love language:

First, observe how you most often express love to others. If you are regularly doing acts of service for others, this may be your love language. If you are consistently, verbally affirming people, then Words of Affirmation is likely your love language.
What do you complain about most often? When a loved one says Happy Birthday and you respond, “You didn't get me anything?!” you are indicating that Receiving Gifts is your language. The statement, “We don’t ever spend time together,” indicates the love language of Quality Time. Your complaints reveal your inner desires. (If you have difficulty remembering what you complain about most often, I suggest that you ask a friend or family member. Chances are they will know.)
What do you request of others most often? If you are saying “Did I do a good job?” you are asking for Words of Affirmation. “Do you think we could hangout this weekend?” is a request for Quality Time. “Would it be possible for you to mow the grass this afternoon?” expresses your desire for Acts of Service.

Improve all your relationships

If you have not already done so, encourage your friends and loved ones to take the the Love Language Profile. Discuss your respective love languages, and use this insight to improve all your relationships!

this is strange and scary...the earlier we get a personal relationship with God...the better....he teaches through the holy spirit better things than your pastor or pope....respect them...but know GOD..not just your priest