Diversity & Inclusion: Page 33
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The staffing industry has a gender imbalance at the top, report says
Employers can better represent their workers with a diverse and equitable workforce composition, said the CEO of the Women Business Collaborative.
By Kate Tornone • March 8, 2021 -
2nd Cir. won't reconsider whether criminal history hiring ban disparately impacted Black applicants
There's a growing push in the U.S. to remove the barriers for job seekers with criminal histories.
By Katie Clarey • March 3, 2021 -
Nasdaq's board diversity proposal leaves out people with disabilities, advocates say
Nasdaq may miss "an enormous opportunity to ensure that corporate leadership reflects the diversity of the U.S. and the world," one leader said.
By Sheryl Estrada • March 3, 2021 -
Can remote work bridge the authenticity gap?
"It's critically important that organizations invest in creating work environments where all employees can grow their careers and thrive," a LinkedIn executive said.
By Sheryl Estrada • March 3, 2021 -
As Thasunda Brown Duckett joins TIAA, the Fortune 500 gains its third-ever Black female CEO
"The partnership between Thasunda and the HR function will be one that is natural and seamless," TIAA's CHRO told HR Dive.
By Sheryl Estrada • March 2, 2021 -
Black professionals report pressure to change behavior, appearance at work
The Fishbowl survey found that many companies fail to encourage workers to present their authentic selves, a DEI best practice.
By Sheryl Estrada • Feb. 26, 2021 -
Without change, Black workers won't reach parity for 95 years, report says
An inaugural report finds that in addition to systemic barriers, job location may hinder the advancement of Black employees.
By Sheryl Estrada • Feb. 24, 2021 -
4 ways employers can improve diverse hiring in this 'moment of true crisis'
The work goes beyond improving job ads, Fairygodboss webinar presenters noted.
By Kathryn Moody • Feb. 23, 2021 -
Sponsored by Culture Amp
Preparing the workplace for 2021: Tips from people leaders
2020 disrupted the world of work. We ask experts what to expect in the workplace in 2021.
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Glassdoor breaks down ratings, salaries by employee demographics
The company said it expects employers will compare their own data against other companies and leverage data points to assist with DEI recruiting efforts.
By Kate Tornone • Feb. 19, 2021 -
'Just going through the motions': Employers fail to make DEI a business function, report finds
"Roughly 80% of companies are just going through the motions and not holding themselves accountable," according to a report from Josh Bersin.
By Sheryl Estrada • Feb. 18, 2021 -
Black, Latina women disproportionately lack remote work options, report says
Job losses for women also outpaced job losses for men in industries hit hardest by the pandemic.
By Kathryn Moody • Feb. 17, 2021 -
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Business leaders say they'll focus on individual, societal well-being in 2021
Trends in hiring, benefits and compensation indicate an "accelerating" strategic shift among employers, according to Mercer.
By Ryan Golden • Feb. 17, 2021 -
Opinion
4 steps to ensure DEI is a movement, not just a moment
Meisha-ann Martin, director of people analytics at Workhuman, outlines a practical plan for moving beyond a promising beginning.
By Meisha-ann Martin • Feb. 11, 2021 -
Opinion
Start with inclusion, and diversity will follow
Diversity and inclusion aren't the same thing, Sandy Cross, chief people officer of PGA of America, writes.
By Sandy Cross • Feb. 10, 2021 -
Record number of employers earn top marks for LGBTQ equality
The Human Rights Campaign evaluated businesses for equitable benefits and corporate social responsibility, among other things.
By Kate Tornone • Feb. 9, 2021 -
Amazon, Activision reject AFL-CIO's diverse hiring proposal
The tech companies claimed that their existing hiring practices work toward fostering diversity and inclusion.
By Sheryl Estrada • Feb. 8, 2021 -
Why a shift in hiring tactics may boost DEI measures in 2021
Democratizing access to good jobs will benefit employees and their communities, experts said.
By Sheryl Estrada • Feb. 3, 2021 -
Even minimal gender bias in hiring can cost employers, study shows
Productivity suffers when employers make poor hiring decisions, research from Oregon State University revealed.
By Sheryl Estrada • Feb. 3, 2021 -
Major US companies join global coalition for racial justice in business
Tech companies including Facebook, Google and Microsoft have joined the World Economic Forum's initiative addressing "anti-Blackness" in the workplace.
By Sheryl Estrada • Feb. 2, 2021 -
Transparency in gender equity reporting on the rise, Bloomberg index finds
Amid the pandemic and heightened calls for social justice in 2020, many companies affirmed commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion.
By Sheryl Estrada • Feb. 1, 2021 -
The pandemic puts women's careers in crisis. How can employers help?
Many of the factors that cause women to be disproportionately affected are outside of their control, the CEO of Advancing Women in Product said.
By Sheryl Estrada • Jan. 27, 2021 -
Biden revokes Trump's order limiting diversity training
The president also called on agencies to pursue racial equity by addressing systemic barriers and prioritizing equal access.
By Sheryl Estrada • Jan. 21, 2021 -
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Biden orders feds to review anti-discrimination regs, emphasizing LGBT protections
President Joe Biden's move to strengthen LGBT worker rights in his first hours as president marks a sea change from the preceding administration.
By Ryan Golden , Katie Clarey • Jan. 21, 2021 -
Column // Talent Textbook
The Talent Textbook: As Biden shatters precedent in Washington, ageism persists throughout US
"Even if older people brave the elevated risks to apply for jobs, they may face even more age discrimination," a National Bureau of Economic Research report found.
By Sheryl Estrada • Jan. 20, 2021