Abstract:
This paper investigates the association of diversity practices with an important aspect of
workplace well-being, engagement. It was hypothesized that the association of diversity
practices would be mediated by trust climate and that this mediation relationship would be
stronger when employees experienced feelings of inclusion in the workplace. Using a sample of
4,597 health sector employees, results indicated that diversity practices are associated with a
trusting climate that, in turn, is positively related to employee engagement. Furthermore, the
relationship between diversity practices and trust climate was moderated by inclusion.
Theoretical and practical implications of the study are discussed along with recommendations for
future research.
