Workforce Diversity and Employee Performance among Officers in LGU Panabo City

Abstract

This study explored the link between workforce diversity and employee performance in LGU Panabo offices. Diversity was assessed in terms of education, gender, ethnicity, and socio-cultural background. A non-experimental quantitative approach was used, with 269 LGU Panabo City employees surveyed through questionnaires. Data reliability and validity were ensured through statistical analysis and expert reviews. Results showed that LGU Panabo City promotes workforce diversity, resulting in positive interactions and attitudes among employees. The organization treats all employees equally. Workforce diversity received a high mean score of 4.06, as did employee performance with a mean of 3.87. Furthermore, the study found a significant relationship between workforce diversity and employee performance in LGU Panabo offices, indicating that a diverse workforce positively impacts employee performance in the organization.