Diversity & Inclusion
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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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TrendlineA deep dive into pay equity
How can HR address pay equity with all stakeholders in mind?
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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.
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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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What are Gen Z’s workplace ‘roadblocks’?
Employers complain about Gen Z’s job expectations, yet few offer training and development opportunities, experts say.
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Deep DiveWhy aren’t more women joining automotive manufacturing?
As gender diversity remains an industry challenge, experts say companies can help tackle the problem by expanding child care options and prioritizing career development and mentorship.
By Megan Ruggles • April 19, 2024 -
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Sheetz unlawfully rejected Indigenous, Black candidates due to criminal records, EEOC alleges
The candidates experienced a “significant disparate impact” from Sheetz’ criminal justice history probe, the agency argued.
By Caroline Colvin • Updated April 19, 2024 -
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Hispanic, Latino and Latina employees report pressure to assimilate at work
Gender and skin color also play into pay inequities, a survey shows.
By Carolyn Crist • April 18, 2024 -
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SCOTUS: Employees do not need to prove ‘significant’ harm in discriminatory transfer claims
The justices’ ruling settles a divide among federal circuit courts on how to interpret Title VII.
By Ginger Christ • April 17, 2024 -
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4 tips for second-chance hiring
Employing inclusive HR practices and working with community partners can help businesses looking to hire formerly incarcerated individuals, experts said.
By Ginger Christ • April 17, 2024 -
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Men disproportionately benefit from on-site work, says Lean In
One executive weighs in on return-to-office pros and cons across gender lines, as well as on proximity bias.
By Caroline Colvin • April 16, 2024 -
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Centralized HR can reduce racism in hiring, study shows
Researchers submitted 84,000 applications using racially distinctive names and found that racism was more prevalent when callbacks came from individual hiring managers and local stores.
By Carolyn Crist • April 15, 2024 -
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Column // Employee ExperienceWhy Torani hasn’t had layoffs in 99 years, in the CEO’s own words
CEO Melanie Dulbecco spoke to HR Dive about the benefits of a people-focused workplace, from inclusion and belonging to “career mixology.”
By Caroline Colvin • April 12, 2024 -
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A court blocked an ‘anti-woke’ law in Florida. What does that mean for HR?
Companies can proceed with business as usual concerning corporate diversity efforts in Florida, an attorney told HR Dive — for now.
By Jen A. Miller • April 10, 2024 -
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Ye accused of racial discrimination, antisemitism and retaliation
A former worker sued, saying he witnessed hate speech and experienced harassment during his time at Yeezy and Donda Academy.
By Caroline Colvin • April 4, 2024 -
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Q&A // 5 minutes with5 minutes with Thrivent’s chief human resources officer
In her years in the industry, Kelly Baker has seen talent management come center stage.
By Ginger Christ • April 4, 2024 -
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Transgender Chick-fil-A worker’s sexual harassment case may go to trial
The franchise owner unsuccessfully argued the worker couldn’t be subjected to sexual harassment by her co-workers because she is heterosexual.
By Ginger Christ • April 3, 2024 -
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Why more than 50 environmental justice organizations are conducting pay audits
National Parks Conservation Association, Sierra Club and World Wildlife Fund are among the big names who have signed onto the Green 2.0 pledge.
By Caroline Colvin • April 3, 2024 -
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Judge: Indiana worker’s firing illustrates why ADA exists
Managers need to be trained on how disability-related absences differ from other absences, an employment lawyer said.
By Ginger Christ • April 2, 2024
