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DEI success ultimately stems from strong CEO leadership, survey indicates
While acknowledging the increased pushback regarding DEI programs, Black executives noted the importance of sustaining their initiatives.
By Carolyn Crist • June 11, 2024 -
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Older workers make up more of the workforce, EBRI says
Employers need to understand the changing demographic characteristics of the older workforce to better design employee benefit plans, an EBRI director said.
By Caroline Colvin • June 5, 2024 -
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LA County Fire captain sues department over Pride flag responsibilities
The evangelical Christian lifeguard said “his religious beliefs did not allow him to raise the Progress Pride Flag,” according to the complaint.
By Ginger Christ • June 5, 2024 -
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Lack of LGBTQ+ support turns talent away, Indeed says
Almost one-third of LGBTQ+ workers — and 50% of trans workers — have refused to apply to a job due to a perceived lack of support.
By Caroline Colvin • June 5, 2024 -
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LGBTQ+ workers face a substantial pay gap, Glassdoor says
Unadjusted, the gap is similar to the pay gap between men and women, though LGBTQ+ workers are disproportionately represented in some industries.
By Kathryn Moody • June 4, 2024 -
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More than 40% of LGBTQ+ workers say they’ve faced prejudice at work
Leaders can create an inclusive environment by empowering employee-driven groups, developing a culture of respect and fostering authentic allyship.
By Carolyn Crist • May 30, 2024 -
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Indiana RV manufacturer settles disability-related attendance lawsuit for more than $95K
The company agreed also to make policy changes to settle claims it fired a worker for missing too much work because of his disability, per court documents.
By Ginger Christ • May 29, 2024 -
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Employer to pay nearly $40K after DOJ finds its job ad requested White candidates
The Civil Rights Division’s Immigrant and Employee Rights Section started its investigation last year, following media buzz around Arthur Grand’s racist job description.
By Caroline Colvin • May 29, 2024 -
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Why is the gender pay gap widening in STEM?
While the reasons for the gap remain stubborn problems, Adzuna hypothesizes that this specific issue is a result of the pandemic.
By Jen A. Miller • May 28, 2024 -
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Sponsored by Per ScholasBuilding diverse teams: How to overcome the 3 most common barriers
Find out how to overcome three critical challenges executives face in pursuit of building more diverse teams.
May 28, 2024 -
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6 stories on how DEI leaders are holding organizations accountable
While compensation plays a big role, it is not the only lever that organizations can pull to keep leaders accountable for DEI progress.
By Kathryn Moody • May 22, 2024 -
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3 ways to make DEI training stick, according to a global DEI exec
Here’s how to make corporate diversity training really work.
By Caroline Colvin • May 21, 2024 -
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Making space: How employers are complying with the PUMP Act, one year later
Pumping at work can be a burden for employees. Here’s how companies are easing the load — and going beyond the bare minimum.
By Caroline Colvin • May 17, 2024 -
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Former Miss USA alleges toxic workplace under current president
Noelia Voigt resigned May 6 amid growing controversy at the organization, highlighting the cascading effects of toxic leadership.
By Caroline Colvin • May 16, 2024 -
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AAPI month highlights inequalities in the workplace
From not feeling safe to speak out at work to facing supervisor bias to not landing roles on corporate boards, AAPI workers face a number of hurdles in the workplace.
By Ginger Christ • May 15, 2024 -
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Red Hat’s DEI program was discriminatory, lawsuit says
A senior manager says he was fired for being White and male and was retaliated against for his merit-based hiring advocacy.
By Robert Freedman • May 14, 2024 -
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ERGs can address innovation and talent development, report advises
But employers must remove barriers that can keep ERGs from reaching their full potential, according to an analysis by Great Place to Work.
By Laurel Kalser • May 9, 2024 -
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More companies are tying ESG metrics to executive compensation: WTW
Despite political blowback in the U.S., companies are increasingly incorporating ESG metrics into performance measures, according to the insurance services provider.
By Suman Bhattacharyya • May 9, 2024 -
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How GoDaddy’s head of sustainability approaches DEI
Kami Hoskins presents a case study of how pay parity and representation — the “E” and “D” in DEI — can be key objectives in sustainability work.
By Caroline Colvin • May 8, 2024 -
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Job security, work-life balance remain biggest challenges for women in revenue-generating roles
Women reported fewer promotions and fewer salary increases amid a tightening economy and slashed budgets.
By Carolyn Crist • May 8, 2024 -
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Federal CROWN Act to ban hair discrimination reintroduced in Congress
The Senate blocked the bill in 2019 and 2022. Here’s what CROWN Act 2024 sponsors seek to do with this proposed federal legislation.
By Caroline Colvin • May 7, 2024 -
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Georgia retirement community to shell out $78,000 for age, disability discrimination
Along with paying the fired receptionist monetary relief, Covenant Woods must stand up an anti-discrimination training program.
By Caroline Colvin • May 2, 2024 -
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Identity of HR 2024No longer ‘en vogue’? What to do when DEI has fallen out of favor
For those committed to nonhostile work environments, the task of centering inclusion and belonging has become more difficult. Here’s how to get DEI back on track at your organization.
By Caroline Colvin • May 1, 2024 -
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Deep DiveSecond chance hiring can bridge labor gaps, break employment barriers
Although some companies say they initially hire formerly incarcerated individuals to overcome a labor shortage, these programs can lead to less employee churn, lower recidivism and life-changing impact, advocates say.
By Katie Pyzyk • May 1, 2024 -
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DHL will pay $8.7M to settle allegations it gave Black workers more dangerous assignments
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was signed 60 years ago this July; “Some employers still fail to get the message," the EEOC chair said in a statement.
By Caroline Colvin • April 25, 2024
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