Diversity & Inclusion: Page 31
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Kroger lays out 10-part plan to advance diversity, equity
Creating a more inclusive culture and developing a diverse workforce are among the actions included in the plan by the largest grocer in the U.S.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 27, 2020 -
In final debate, Trump and Biden clash on healthcare, minimum wage
The in-person debate began with questions regarding COVID-19 strategies and eventually touched on "Bidencare" and racism.
By Kathryn Moody • Oct. 23, 2020 -
Trendline
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.
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Who's linking executive compensation to D&I progress?
As employers formulate answers to the nationwide call for racial equality, many have boosted their diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Oct. 22, 2020 -
Deep Dive
How disability ERGs support inclusion during unprecedented times
Leaders at PwC, TIAA and Kaiser Permanente discuss actions taken by their employee resource groups focused on disability inclusion.
By Aman Kidwai • Oct. 21, 2020 -
Women filled more than 600 board seats since California diversity mandate was enacted, report finds
In addition to a focus on gender diversity, the state also passed a law to increase "underrepresented communities" on public company boards.
By Sheryl Estrada • Oct. 20, 2020 -
Where the presidential candidates stand on workplace issues
HR Dive is providing an ongoing comparison of the nominees' platforms on topics such as employee compensation and benefits.
By HR Dive staff • Updated Oct. 23, 2020 -
Starbucks to link executive compensation to DEI goals
Starbucks has the responsibility to lead by example and will implement accountability to meet its commitment, CEO Kevin Johnson said.
By Sheryl Estrada • Oct. 16, 2020 -
Chipotle adds HBCU to its education benefit
The retention rate for program participants is three and a half times higher than that of others, the company said.
By Sheryl Estrada • Oct. 15, 2020 -
Deep Dive
Vice Media's CPO brings a background reflecting a 'rich tapestry of diversity'
"Our jobs are to look inward … and sit in the discomfort that comes from trying to understand your role," Daisy Auger-Domínguez said.
By Sheryl Estrada • Oct. 14, 2020 -
DOL tackles questions about D&I training limits in FAQ document
The administration's guidance and language are "unusual" compared to what is typically found in non-discrimination law, an attorney said.
By Ryan Golden • Oct. 14, 2020 -
Trump administration tightens H-1B visa restrictions
One of two new regulations takes effect "immediately," posing a challenge to employers, sources told HR Dive.
By Aman Kidwai • Oct. 8, 2020 -
Column // Talent Textbook
The Talent Textbook: A lack of Black talent is a 'longstanding myth'
DEI practitioners discussed recent remarks by Wells Fargo's CEO and what a deep commitment to diversity entails.
By Sheryl Estrada • Oct. 7, 2020 -
CEO coalition launches fellowship to advance societal racial equity
The fellows selected will focus on advancing equity within communities, as company leaders focus on creating more inclusive workplaces.
By Sheryl Estrada • Oct. 7, 2020 -
Twitter to pay resource group leaders, saying the work shouldn't be a 'volunteer activity'
Business resource groups are "the lifeblood of inclusion efforts," Twitter's Dalana Brand said.
By Sheryl Estrada • Oct. 6, 2020 -
Survey: Working women shoulder brunt of parenting during pandemic
Working parents were strained before the pandemic, and that strain has worsened due to school closures and remote learning for young children.
By Aman Kidwai • Oct. 5, 2020 -
Link compensation to DEI goals to hold execs accountable, Mercer says
For companies seeking to pursue diversity goals aggressively, long-term change requires accountability, according to Mercer.
By Sheryl Estrada • Oct. 1, 2020 -
Cultural barriers hurt inclusion of women in tech, say Accenture, Girls Who Code
Companies continue to face scrutiny over organizational commitment and inclusion despite recent efforts to increase the number of women in tech.
By Ryan Golden • Oct. 1, 2020 -
Deep Dive
Interest and investment in D&I training spike following nationwide protests
Numerous offerings are seeing growth rates over the 1000% mark, various sources told HR Dive.
By Aman Kidwai • Sept. 29, 2020 -
Top companies 'consistently failed' to prioritize D&I, Forrester report says
A lack of clarity on D&I programs, their success metrics and a failure to root them in proven practices may harm organizational progress, per Forrester.
By Ryan Golden • Sept. 24, 2020 -
More women selected as Fortune 500 board directors, but racial diversity lags
"More so than at any other time, boards, leaders and their organizations understand that having diverse voices and inclusive cultures are a business imperative," a Heidrick & Struggles exec said.
By Sheryl Estrada • Sept. 23, 2020 -
Racial, ethnic minorities overrepresented in unpaid internships, NACE survey finds
Some employers have used internships as part of a broader diversity and inclusion strategy.
By Ryan Golden • Sept. 18, 2020 -
LinkedIn: Diversity leader titles up more than 100%
"An enormous upward spike" in offered D&I roles began in late May and early June amid national protests and calls for racial justice, according to the report.
By Sheryl Estrada • Sept. 16, 2020 -
Taco Bell announces 'womxn-focused' employee resource group
Some employers have prioritized employee resource groups as a way to support diversity and inclusion work in recent months.
By Ryan Golden • Sept. 16, 2020 -
Denny's supplier diversity a 'pillar' in its DEI efforts
"We’re proud of the strides we’ve taken over the past 25 years to reshape our entire corporate culture and business operations, but we know that we’re not done with this work," a Denny's exec said.
By Sheryl Estrada • Sept. 16, 2020 -
Target aims to increase Black workforce representation by 20%
In its diversity report, the company revealed that Black employees make up 8% of its leadership team.
By Aman Kidwai • Sept. 15, 2020