Diversity in the Senior Ranks of the Federal Government

Jitinder Kohli talks about the importance of increasing diversity in the highest levels of government.

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Why is it important to have a diverse workforce in government? How diverse are the senior leaders of federal government? Will the diversity gap close over the next 20 years? What can be done to promote diversity in the senior ranks of the federal government?

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See also:

A Better, More Diverse Senior Executive Service in 2050 by Jitinder Kohli, John Gans, and James Hairston

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