Diversity & Inclusion
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Workers say DEI initiatives aren’t that important to them personally
Thoughts are split when asked to identify the most important DEI initiative at work, with many saying equal opportunity for promotion is key.
By Kathryn Moody • Dec. 11, 2024 -
Teacher diversity lags behind rate in broader workforce
The gap is raising concerns that people of color are opting out of careers in education, a Natonal Council on Teacher Quality report suggests.
By Anna Merod • Dec. 11, 2024 -
Trendline
A deep dive into DEI
Staying thoughtful and engaged regarding DEI topics — as well as listening to employees — can help employers meet goals and retain people.
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Southwest disputes reports its DEI program violated the law
The advocacy group claimed it was a “victory,” but the DOL letter indicated no wrongdoing. Southwest said it “will continue to recruit, hire, and retain" a diverse workforce while being compliant.
By Caroline Colvin • Dec. 9, 2024 -
University of Michigan will no longer solicit diversity statements from faculty
Before the policy shift, individual academic units could decide if they required such statements for hiring, promotion or tenure considerations.
By Laura Spitalniak • Dec. 6, 2024 -
This week in 5 numbers: Workers are not getting promoted
Here’s a roundup of numbers from the last week of HR news — including millions of dollars in raises reversed as a result of the U.S. Department of Labor’s new overtime rule being overturned.
By Ginger Christ • Dec. 5, 2024 -
Court blocks Target’s attempt to move, dismiss DEI-related shareholder suit
The lawsuit argued that Target’s “DEI/ESG mandates” had a “known risk of adverse customer reactions,” and should have therefore been disclosed in investor statements.
By Caroline Colvin • Dec. 5, 2024 -
Workers are willing to disclose disability — but few ask for accommodation
Nearly 3 in 4 workers who request an accommodation have their requests denied, Deloitte said.
By Kathryn Moody • Dec. 5, 2024 -
Racial diversity falling among new corporate directors: Conference Board
The Securities and Exchange Commission is considering recommending a rule requiring companies to disclose more about diversity on their boards.
By Jim Tyson • Dec. 3, 2024 -
As the new year looms, reflecting on DEI in 2024
This summer marked an era of diversity and inclusion programming rollbacks. Now in Q4, HR and DEI practitioners are grappling with the fallout.
By Caroline Colvin • Dec. 3, 2024 -
How HR can support Native American workers this month — and all year long
Here’s how EEOC is helping employers, on tribal lands and off of them, prevent harassment and discrimination.
By Caroline Colvin • Nov. 27, 2024 -
DOL: The cost of child care is more than rent in some U.S. counties
In most counties, child care prices were high relative to family income, potentially pricing many families out of paid child care, the U.S. Department of Labor said.
By Laurel Kalser • Nov. 26, 2024 -
Walmart DEI gives up the ghost, giving way to ‘belonging’
A cultural moment all but forced employers to pivot to DEI in 2020. If the retailer's decision demonstrates anything, it is how far the pendulum has swung since then.
By Ryan Golden • Nov. 26, 2024 -
The 10 best companies for women in 2024, according to Fairygodboss
The organization scored anonymous company reviews and answers to questions about gender equality, culture and overall job satisfaction to determine its list of best companies.
By Caroline Colvin • Nov. 26, 2024 -
SHRM Foundation launches partnership with Clarvida to promote inclusive hiring
Companies and HR pros can join the initiative to offer structured career opportunities for untapped talent hires, SHRM said.
By Carolyn Crist • Nov. 26, 2024 -
Column // 5 minutes with
5 minutes with E.l.f. Beauty CFO Mandy Fields
Beyond the numbers, E.l.f.’s report on gender parity served as a case study in employer branding.
By Caroline Colvin • Nov. 20, 2024 -
Column // Reporter's Notebook
I’m Black and trans, but an HR conference reminded me there’s more to my identity
Attending an HR tech conference in Las Vegas, HR Dive reporter Caroline Colvin was reminded about other dimensions of their diversity.
By Caroline Colvin • Nov. 20, 2024 -
5 stories on how to support veterans and military spouses year-round
Former and current military personnel and their spouses face challenges when it comes to reentering the civilian world, but employers can help.
By Caroline Colvin • Nov. 13, 2024 -
Kindness at work can boost well-being and reduce stress, study shows
Workers who receive kindness are more likely to perform acts of kindness as well, the researchers found.
By Carolyn Crist • Nov. 12, 2024 -
Trump just won the presidency. Here’s what it means for DEI.
Based on his previous approach to labor, workers and economic policy, here’s what HR and employers can expect from a second Donald Trump presidency.
By Caroline Colvin • Nov. 6, 2024 -
About 200K veterans leave the military each year. Here’s why some choose retail careers.
Retail careers have much in common with the military, including striving for excellence in a people-led environment and tapping into teamwork.
By Nate Delesline III • Nov. 5, 2024 -
EEOC partners with PNW-based tribal employment advocates ahead of heritage month
Nez Perce Tribe and Lummi Nation directors for the Tribal Employment Rights Offices are educating Native American workers about their rights.
By Caroline Colvin • Oct. 31, 2024 -
EEOC alleges Culver’s operators fired a transgender worker who complained about deadnaming
Four workers, including the transgender worker who was the subject of the harassment, were fired a day after reporting the behavior to the general manager, EEOC alleged.
By Ginger Christ • Oct. 30, 2024 -
DEI in 5 numbers: Gender parity on boards predicted for 2044
From side hustle breakdowns to gender parity projections, here’s a snapshot of recent numbers in the DEI space.
By Caroline Colvin • Oct. 30, 2024 -
Hiring managers are fielding questions about DEI and want employers to take a stand, survey finds
The findings come in a year when some corporations have scaled back — or in some instances, gutted — their DEI programs.
By Kate Tornone • Oct. 29, 2024 -
Hooters’ alleged colorism costs $250,000 in EEOC case
Following the layoff of about 43 employees in the Greensboro, North Carolina, area in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Hooters allegedly rehired workers who were predominantly White or had lighter skin.
By Caroline Colvin • Oct. 24, 2024