Diversity & Inclusion
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Congressional Dems blast EEOC acting chair for alleged coercion leading to $1B in pro bono law services
The lawmakers accused Andrea Lucas of leveraging the agency’s power on behalf of President Donald Trump.
By Caroline Colvin • July 10, 2025 -
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How immigration crackdowns, ICE raids will affect recruitment in 2025
A decline in the foreign-born workforce “will keep the potential pool of workers historically tight,” Wells Fargo economists found.
By Caroline Colvin • July 9, 2025 -
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Mailbag: The EEOC sent us a letter about our DEI programs. What should we do next?
Experts question whether the agency possesses the authority to issue such letters. But ignoring an agency notice or request is typically not a good tactic, an attorney told HR Dive.
By Ryan Golden • July 9, 2025 -
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Deep Dive‘Very mid-90s’: HR professionals offer mixed reactions to SHRM swapping ‘Inclusion’ for ‘Blueprint’
The majority of HR practitioners, however, seemed to view SHRM’s shift as misguided.
By Caroline Colvin • Updated July 8, 2025 -
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SHRM25SHRM president calls for HR to ‘rise above’ the storm
Johnny C. Taylor addressed SHRM's decision to drop “equity” from its policy platform, saying it was to protect the organization and HR professionals from a “Category 5 hurricane” headed their way.
By Emilie Shumway • July 1, 2025 -
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OpinionAn employer’s guide to navigating cultural flash points around autism
Employers should take steps to minimize legal risk while supporting all members of the workforce, write two Seyfarth Shaw attorneys.
By Dawn Solowey and Sam Schwartz-Fenwick • June 30, 2025 -
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SHRM rebrands Inclusion conference, citing evolving DEI landscape
The fall conference will still feature inclusion content but will add “deeper rigor, sharper guidance, and legal foresight,” the organization told HR Dive.
By Ryan Golden • June 27, 2025 -
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In June 2025, Pride Month squeaks by
In an era of increasing DEI scrutiny, celebrating Pride becomes all the more tricky — and according to some, all the more needed.
By Caroline Colvin • June 25, 2025 -
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48% of creatives identify as neurodivergent: Here’s what the numbers say
Only 18% of neurodivergent creative industry professionals request accommodations at work, per research from Understood, Havas and the 4As.
By Sara Karlovitch • June 20, 2025 -
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Deep DiveAre employers still sponsoring Pride this year?
Employers have long celebrated in June with corporate-funded banners for ERGs to carry in parades, branded swag for employees and more.
By Caroline Colvin • June 18, 2025 -
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Ex-Real Brokerage CFO alleges pregnancy discrimination in lawsuit
The company manufactured an audit as grounds for the plaintiff’s termination to "clear the way for her less qualified and unencumbered male successor," the suit alleges.
By Maura Webber Sadovi • June 12, 2025 -
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This week in 5 numbers: A third of workplace injuries happen to first-year employees
Here’s a roundup of numbers from the last week of HR news — including how many weeks a major bank is letting employees work remotely.
By Ginger Christ • June 12, 2025 -
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Discount store Ollie’s can’t dodge lawsuit for quid pro quo sexual harassment scheduling scheme
The plaintiff alleged gender and disability discrimination, as well as retaliation.
By Caroline Colvin • Updated June 25, 2025 -
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Opinion4 ways to ensure employees feel supported during Pride Month
Don’t mistake a rainbow logo for impact, writes Jimmy Whitley, general manager and director of marketing at Staybridge Suites, Cedar Park - Austin North.
By Jimmy Whitley • June 11, 2025 -
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LGBTQ+ groups prevail in challenge to Trump executive orders
The executive branch “cannot weaponize Congressionally appropriated funds to single out protected communities,” a U.S. district court judge wrote.
By Emilie Shumway • June 10, 2025 -
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Michigan representative introduces proposal to explicitly ban antisemitism
A Democratic lawmaker introduced legislation on June 4 to crack down on antisemitism, including at work.
By Caroline Colvin • June 9, 2025 -
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OpinionHow should construction companies handle DEI under Trump?
Given the president’s order targeting “illegal” equity programs, firms need to prepare for challenges from both the government and workers, writes an employment attorney.
By Neil C. Schur • June 9, 2025 -
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Marketing executive alleges he faced retaliation for defending pregnant workers
The plaintiff claimed he was fired after corroborating anti-pregnancy statements made by the company’s president.
By Caroline Colvin • June 6, 2025 -
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More than half of workers say their company lacks an LGBTQ+ resource group
Companies can support their LGBTQ+ employees through open discussion, expanded policy protections and enhanced access to support resources, Monster said.
By Carolyn Crist • June 6, 2025 -
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SCOTUS rejection of Black dancer’s bias suit draws scathing dissent
An alleged limit on Black dancers at two co-owned clubs in the Houston area was at the center of the 5th Circuit discrimination case.
By Caroline Colvin • June 4, 2025 -
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Q&AWith DEI under fire, Construction Inclusion Week will focus on recruitment
Amid the Trump administration's war on equity programs, the fall initiative won't target a specific population or group but will welcome everyone, says Turner's Abrar Sheriff.
By Joe Bousquin • June 4, 2025 -
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Diversity doesn’t work without belonging, MIT Sloan report says
Companies can build psychologically safe workplace cultures to help employees feel they belong, though it takes commitment and persistence, management experts say.
By Carolyn Crist • June 4, 2025 -
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Planning for Pride? Attorneys offer tips to navigate a ‘thornier’ year
Cultural observances may not necessarily be a target for federal enforcement actions, but some experts still urge caution.
By Kate Tornone • May 28, 2025 -
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1 in 4 employers say they’ll eliminate degree requirements by year’s end
Companies that recently removed degree requirements reported a surge in applications, a more diverse applicant pool and the ability to offer lower salaries.
By Carolyn Crist • May 27, 2025 -
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OpinionRemote work offers a lifeline for older workers with disabilities
Hybrid work consultant Gleb Tsipursky explains how remote work can be a game changer for older people with disabilities.
By Gleb Tsipursky • May 21, 2025
