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A culture of belonging not only contributes to employee wellbeing, but is a key factor in attracting and retaining talent

May 2, 2022

PepsiCo joins the wave of corporate returnships

"This is a unique set of people, primarily women, that aren't lacking in talent or drive," PepsiCo’s Heather Hoytink told HR Dive. "They just haven’t been given the opportunity to show up again and contribute."

By Caroline Colvin • April 28, 2022

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A deep dive into DEI

Staying thoughtful and engaged regarding DEI topics — as well as listening to employees — can help employers meet goals and retain people.

By HR Dive staff

Hiring autistic workers? Here's how to show up for them

Zoe Gross, a lead at the Autism Self-Advocacy Network, spoke to HR Dive about top-to-bottom accommodations for autistic folks.

By Caroline Colvin • April 27, 2022

Progress on academic pay equity between genders stalls, report finds

The gap between male and female professors' pay has barely moved since 2010–11, according to the American Association of University Professors.

By Laura Spitalniak • April 22, 2022

Diversity hiring gains speed in accounting, CPA org says

Companies hiring for jobs in accounting and finance increasingly value recent graduates with technological skills, the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants said.

By Jim Tyson • April 22, 2022

How employers can support trans employees through policies, benefits

"What we do next has to add up to more than pronouns in an email signature," writes Katrina Kibben, founder and CEO of Three Ears Media.

By Katrina Kibben • April 22, 2022

5 steps to create a more accessible workplace

"An accessible workplace doesn’t magically happen," writes Tauhidah Shakir, chief diversity officer at Paylocity, but it's earned by listening to employees and taking action.

By Tauhidah Shakir • April 20, 2022

Property investor CBL joins CEO D&I coalition 2,000 members strong

Organizations have made strides in placing D&I at the forefront of executives' agendas. But recent research shows there is still much work to be done.

By Ryan Golden • April 19, 2022

Healthcare worker training org aims to root out bias in care

The heightened racial unrest of 2020 revealed unmet needs and windows of opportunity to challenge structural racism.

By Carla Bell • April 19, 2022

Women shoulder office housework, pay gap, survey shows

Almost half of women surveyed said they feel underpaid compared to male co-workers.

By Caroline Colvin • April 19, 2022

EEO-1's nonbinary reporting gap puts HR in 'a very uncomfortable situation'

Cassie Whitlock, the HR lead at BambooHR, talks compliance and how the EEOC makes trans inclusion difficult.

By Caroline Colvin • April 18, 2022

Microsoft spotlights neurodiversity in accessible hiring initiative

Interview prep is rolled into candidate screening with Microsoft's neurodiversity career connector.

By Caroline Colvin • April 13, 2022

'Just be human': Jamba Juice ex-CEO on HR and anti-racism

Authors Krista and James D. White, a father-daughter duo, spoke about HR's role in DEI. "This is work that the CEO cannot delegate," said James.

By Caroline Colvin • April 12, 2022

Hybrid Health: Gen Z's career confidence is suffering

Hybrid work is just one piece of the puzzle. Gen Z's career outlook is on the chopping block.

By Caroline Colvin • April 6, 2022

SEC sets its sights on HR. What does that mean for the department?

HR has an opportunity to lead on key company strategies, sources told HR Dive. But not every department may be ready for that challenge.

By Kathryn Moody • April 4, 2022

4 areas the EEOC is watching in 2022

The workplace bias watchdog said it is eyeing everything from vaccine mandates to artificial intelligence.

By Caroline Colvin • April 4, 2022

EEOC adds 'X' gender marker to discrimination claim form

In implementing this change, the EEOC follows the lead of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

By Caroline Colvin • April 4, 2022

Job ads speak volumes. Does yours say workers with disabilities need not apply?

There are a few steps HR pros can take to ensure descriptions of essential functions don't amount to dog whistles for ableism.

By Carla Bell and Kate Tornone • April 1, 2022

7 years, 1% increase: Black representation in tech barely improving

Despite efforts from tech firms, data shows improvement has been slow in terms of the racial composition of the workforce.

By Roberto Torres • March 30, 2022

Young and entry-level employees are not OK

Their workplace needs to feel inclusive, oriented around employees' growth and development, and rich with flexibility, connectivity, and a sense of unity, write Tanya Little and Matthew Daniel of Vitality Group.

By Tanya Little and Matthew Daniel • March 29, 2022

The CROWN Act would ban hair bias. What would that mean for employers?

Hair that would require a chemical to change its natural condition proves its immutability, and an immutable characteristic associated with race should be protected under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, one lawyer told HR Dive.

By Carla Bell • March 28, 2022

Disney weighs in on 'Don't Say Gay' bill as employees walk out

While the employer's original response proved slow compared to other businesses, Disney's latest statement came right after the bill was signed by Governor DeSantis. 

By Emilie Shumway • Updated March 28, 2022

'No skilled worker left behind': Maryland drops bachelor's degree requirements for thousands of jobs

Almost half of all workers in Maryland are STARs, or "skilled through alternative routes."

By Caroline Colvin • March 23, 2022

An inclusive society requires inclusive workplaces

The stakes of workplace DEI go well beyond economic costs.

By Jackye Clayton • March 22, 2022

Jury: Employer's DEI training didn't conflict with worker's religious beliefs

HR can communicate that an employer isn't aiming to dictate workers' beliefs — just workplace behaviors.

By Kate Tornone • March 20, 2022