The Stop WOKE Act may put a 'strategic pause' on DEI efforts

If the controversial legislation goes into effect as written, it will dampen and in some instances end employer efforts to foster growth.

By Katie Clarey • May 17, 2022

Birthday party panic: On managing anxiety in the workplace

In a story that went viral, an employer recently learned an expensive lesson after allegedly ignoring a worker's anxiety disorder.

By Emilie Shumway • May 16, 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

5 ways employers can deliver diabetes- and obesity-related care without stigma

BIPOC workers experience obesity and diabetes in disproportionate numbers, the Northeast Business Group on Health noted, making benefits related to those conditions a D&I issue.

By Emilie Shumway • May 12, 2022

Accenture, Mastercard top employer diversity list

DiversityInc's focus on leadership accountability highlights a growing trend in D&I.

By Kate Tornone • May 11, 2022

LinkedIn's $1.8M agreement with DOL settles charges of gender pay bias

After accounting for legitimate factors, a routine investigation by the OFCCP determined that the women were paid at a "statistically significant lower rate" than their male counterparts. LinkedIn disagreed.

By Laurel Kalser • May 11, 2022

The pandemic hit workers with disabilities hard. Could apprenticeships help?

A two-year pilot program in Orange County, California, aims to be an example for employers.

By Ryan Golden • May 10, 2022

What's holding women back from C-suite roles in tech?

Societal trends worked against women in tech, as they disproportionately left the workplace, one executive said.

By Barbara DeLollis • May 9, 2022

Appointment of women to Fortune 500 boards hits record high

Boards have made strides toward greater diversity but still do not sufficiently represent some racial and ethnic groups, Heidrick & Struggles said.

By Jim Tyson • May 6, 2022

Despite hurry to hire, employers overlook workers with resume gaps

Caregivers, older workers, workers with disabilities and workers with criminal backgrounds each bring unique skills but face barriers to opportunity.

By Ryan Golden • May 4, 2022

How one employer is helping caregivers, 2 years into the pandemic

Traliant VP of HR Maggie Smith uses employee surveys to build scalable solutions for parents and other caregivers.

By Katie Clarey • May 3, 2022

How employers can set up immigrant and refugee hires for success

ESL classes and mentorship programs with bilingual workers can help immigrant workers find their footing.

By Caroline Colvin • May 3, 2022

Using HR technology to develop a sense of belonging

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

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