A presentation at a Specsavers Professional Development Day has generated greater interest here and across the ditch. As part of our ongoing work in Ethnic Diversity Management, the Office of Ethnic Affairs works with various businesses and organisations to support them in maximising the benefits of a diverse workforce and engaging with an increasingly diverse customer base. On 23 March the Office of Ethnic Affairs delivered a presentation titled “Riding the wave: leading ethnic diversity in the workplace” at a Specsavers Professional Development Day in Wellington. That presentation led to another in Auckland on 27 August, attended by about 60 people, including directors, general managers, dispensing opticians and support staff. Attendees came from various parts of New Zealand including Palmerston North, Dunedin, Wellington and Hamilton.
