ABSTRACT
In Chapter 10, the economic practices that focus only on financial outcomes for investors are criticised because they do not systematically add value to human needs. Alternative economic models are introduced, including the quadruple bottom line. Economy is seen as the discipline of managing resources within a long term perspective that makes sense in relation to our global human and ecological crisis. Two cases from values based management illustrating the Norwegian work life context are presented. Three international cases are presented where Diversity Icebreaker is applied in complex contexts, where human and ecological challenges are addressed, and where cross-cultural, interdisciplinary and interpersonal differences are central elements. The chapter concludes by applying the humanities outside university contexts as a way of creating a dignified life not only in work life contexts but also elsewhere. Diversity Icebreaker is presented as a trigger of dignity. Collective reflexivity with a focus on implicit and explicit values and norms of the Diversity Icebreaker seminar is a training and developmental form that can lead individuals and collectives into this process of continual improvement towards a more dignified society.
