• Gauri Jakhi
• Priyanka Shetty

In our increasingly interconnected and competitive global economy, creating workplaces that value diversity, ensure fairness, and nurture inclusion has become vital. This paper examines how integrating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practices can transform a company’s culture, drive innovation, and enhance overall performance. By blending insights from academic research, industry surveys, and recent news developments, this work demonstrates that when organizations commit to DEI, they benefit not only ethically but also economically. Our mixed-method approach combines a detailed review of literature with a synthesis of real-world data to show that inclusive work environments lead to higher employee engagement, reduced turnover, and increased creativity. We close by offering practical recommendations for embedding DEI into business strategies to secure both competitive advantage and social justice.

Inclusion; Fairness; Workplace Diversity; Employee Engagement; Innovation; Organizational Culture; Strategic DEI; Talent Management

"DEI in the modern workplace", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 2, page no.d753-d765, February-2025, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2502385.pdf

"DEI in the modern workplace", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 2, page no. ppd753-d765, February-2025, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2502385.pdf