Ethnic Diversity, Psychological Safety, and Inclusion Outcomes: A Cross-Cultural Study of Indian and African Workplaces
Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: This study investigates the impact of ethnic diversity and psychological safety on inclusion outcomes in multicultural workplaces for employees in Ahmedabad, India. After 267 people completed a standardised questionnaire, RStudio multiple linear regression was used to examine the expected relationships. A 5-point Likert scale was used to rate the main ideas. Ethnic diversity and psychological safety enhance employees' feelings of inclusion, indicating that when diverse ethnic groups are represented and experience psychological safety, they are more inclined to feel valued and included within the organisation. 3D scatter plots and regression line graphs made the statistical results clearer by showing the strength and direction of these associations. The research underscores the significance of diverse representation and fostering a climate in which employees feel secure enough to articulate ideas, voice concerns, and engage without fear of penalties. This research is distinctive for its contextual emphasis on a growing economy and the use of empirical statistical modelling to examine inclusion dynamics. To create globally responsive, psychologically secure, and ethnically inclusive workplace solutions, future research should expand this methodology across many regions, industries, and demographic categories.
Language: English
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W7154706307