Diversity & Inclusion: Page 6

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    Lactation pods keep nursing moms on the jobsite

    The spaces give women privacy for pumping breast milk, an action that is covered by the federal PUMP Act that went into effect late last year.

    By Jennifer Goodman • Sept. 25, 2023
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    Deep Dive

    Working parents need a village — and employers must be part of it, advocates say

    D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, local government officials and the DOL women’s bureau chief spoke at the National Maternal & Infant Health Summit.

    By • Sept. 21, 2023
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    Trendline

    A deep dive into pay equity

    How can HR address pay equity with all stakeholders in mind?

    By HR Dive staff
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    Q&A

    How one Goldman Sachs HR pro — and mom of 5 — champions working parents

    Shekhinah Bass’ career is a case study for what caregivers can accomplish with the right employer benefits package.

    By • Sept. 20, 2023
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    DEI programs are under fire. Is yours the next target?

    Poorly created and implemented DEI initiatives coupled with a lack of training can create significant liability for employers, according to Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP attorneys.

    By Amber Rogers and Meredith Gregston • Sept. 19, 2023
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    Group targets Meta and peers over diversity hiring initiative for BIPOC film crew

    A conservative group has sued Meta and other film production companies over a diversity initiative it claims intentionally excludes White candidates.

    By Laurel Kalser • Sept. 13, 2023
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    Toxic workplaces drive out POC leaders faster

    A recent study breaks down how White workers, from the bottom up, feel more confident dissenting in the workplace.

    By • Sept. 13, 2023
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    Report: Majority of employees feel excluded at work

    However, flexibility and consistent communication appear to boost a sense of belonging, EY’s survey shows.

    By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 13, 2023
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    Vassar College pays female professors less than male peers, suit alleges

    The school is one of the Seven Sisters, a group of women’s colleges that says it strives toward women’s equity.

    By • Sept. 6, 2023
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    Indeed offers $10K relocation benefit to workers seeking gender-affirming care

    The site said its intent is to support employees who live in states that have passed anti-LGBTQ laws that criminalize or otherwise restrict access to care.

    By • Aug. 31, 2023
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    Are workers quitting due to racism? Studies suggest a tipping point

    Subtle racism and exclusion in the workplace are key reasons for BIPOC attrition, multiple studies show.

    By • Aug. 30, 2023
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    Column

    Mattel’s DEI leader on how ‘Barbie’ movie marks nearly 80 years of representation

    The company behind the blockbuster film is still on a long cultural journey, but it has made progress, Global Head of DEI Mason Williams told HR Dive.

    By • Aug. 28, 2023
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    4 in 10 HR pros say DEI progress is a measurable objective for their leaders

    However, only a third of companies surveyed have a DEI budget, and less than half have a leader designated to DEI, according to Salary.com.

    By Carolyn Crist • Aug. 25, 2023
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    Pay transparency can narrow the gender pay gap — but may not close it

    “Some people still deny that gender even matters in negotiations,” one researcher said. And while it apparently does, “it’s not the end all, be all.”

    By Carolyn Crist • Aug. 23, 2023
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    Lack of equity in compensation, advancement may curtail employers’ DEI strategies

    HR leaders and employees don’t see eye-to-eye on pay transparency and career growth at their organizations, according to a HireVue report.

    By Carolyn Crist • Aug. 22, 2023
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    Turn RTO into ROI: Hybrid work wins

    Leading workplace studies uncover greater financial performance and a more engaged workforce for companies with hybrid work models.

    Aug. 21, 2023
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    EEOC alleges Olive Garden asked illegal questions during a job interview

    A general manager at a Pennsylvania Olive Garden allegedly asked a candidate questions about his disability, then refused to hire him based on that information.

    By • Aug. 17, 2023
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    Employers that announced abortion benefits saw more clicks on job postings

    The data generally speaks to how gender and politics affect employers, particularly regarding retention and recruiting, according to Indeed and Glassdoor.

    By • Aug. 16, 2023
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    Federal court dismisses suit that targeted Starbucks’ DEI policies

    The complaint alleged the coffee chain’s diverse hiring practices constituted discrimination against White people.

    By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Aug. 15, 2023
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    Despite DEI progress, most nonprofit staffs don’t look like their communities

    Organizations have an “urgent need for a well-defined strategy, sufficient resources and a dedicated budget,” a report says.

    By Carolyn Crist • Aug. 11, 2023
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    Why supporting breastfeeding at work is a DEI and compliance issue

    HR Dive has gathered stories about recent compliance changes regarding breastfeeding at work. Here's insight as to how employers can change their cultures to make breastfeeding more possible.

    By • Aug. 9, 2023
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    EEOC alleges staffing firm recruited based on race, seeks class members

    The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is looking for workers who applied for a job with BaronHR and could be members of a class-action lawsuit.

    By • Aug. 8, 2023
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    Black UPS worker denied appeal to racial discrimination overtime suit

    The court ultimately ruled that there weren’t enough specific examples of “severe and pervasive harassment.”

    By • Aug. 4, 2023
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    Starbucks re-ups commitment to military talent

    The coffee company seeks to smooth out the relocation woes of military families, and provide increased mental health support for veteran workers.

    By • Aug. 2, 2023
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    Black workers report more barriers to mental health support

    “It is vital that companies continue to break down stigma and prioritize diversity, equity and inclusion,” The Hartford’s chair and CEO said in a statement.

    By • July 31, 2023
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    AI at work

    EEOC: Employers must ensure AI tools are accessible for workers with visual disabilities

    New guidance advises employers on how to offer reasonable accommodations for workers with visual impairments when using new technologies like AI.

    By • July 27, 2023