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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 -
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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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 -
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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 -
Pinterest's new D&I chief will report directly to CEO
Amid recent allegations of discrimination, the company hired a new D&I leader and seeks to improve diversity in senior leadership.
By Sheryl Estrada • Sept. 14, 2020 -
Q&A
Disability advocate Judy Heumann on the future of employment policy
The former adviser to two U.S. presidents discusses the experience of job seekers with disabilities and how employers can improve inclusion.
By Aman Kidwai • Sept. 10, 2020 -
Opinion
How employers can support employees with disabilities during the pandemic
When organizations talk about diversity and inclusion they often forget to include disability, Toby Mildon, a diversity and inclusion architect, writes.
By Toby Mildon • Sept. 9, 2020 -
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Trump directive blocks some federal trainings on race
The president's directive for federal agencies comes at a time when many companies are analyzing diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
By Sheryl Estrada • Sept. 8, 2020 -
PwC publicly releases diversity data and strategy for first time
Leadership said the decision was part of the company's commitment to supporting a culture of belonging.
By Sheryl Estrada • Sept. 3, 2020 -
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How a CEO coalition aims to advance D&I — internally and in society
PwC U.S. Chair and Senior Partner Tim Ryan said he co-founded the group in response to the killing of unarmed Black men in 2016.
By Sheryl Estrada • Sept. 2, 2020 -
Top companies for DEI focus on recruiting, advancement, report says
"Diversity, equity and inclusion continues to be a topic of critical importance, especially in these times of heightened racism and social injustice," a Diversity Best Practices exec said.
By Sheryl Estrada • Aug. 31, 2020 -
Former Bloomberg reporter alleges discrimination in lawsuit
The plaintiff claims she resigned from the company due to its discriminatory practices that left her feeling like a "diversity pawn."
By Aman Kidwai • Aug. 28, 2020 -
How PayPal supported one employee's gender transition
An employee and departmental HR discuss their experiences navigating support and communication at work.
By Aman Kidwai • Aug. 28, 2020 -
Deep Dive
A century after the 19th Amendment, could COVID-19 reverse women's progress?
The disproportionate effect of the pandemic on working women has exacerbated existing pressures, according to panelists on a recent webinar.
By Sheryl Estrada • Aug. 26, 2020 -
OpinionCOVID-19 shows that accessibility and productivity aren't mutually exclusive
Employers must continue to support nontraditional work plans that include those with disabilities and chronic illnesses, writes the CEO of Chronically Capable.
By Hannah Olson • Aug. 25, 2020 -
Glassdoor says it needs to improve 'many areas' in inaugural D&I report
The company added that it would seek to dedicate more than half of its sourcing process to focus on underrepresented groups.
By Ryan Golden • Aug. 25, 2020 -
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Pizza Hut creates chief equity officer role, launches antiracism initiative for educators
In the newly created position for Pizza Hut U.S., Chequan Lewis will be responsible for developing processes and implementing policies that will create a more equitable workplace culture.
By Alicia Kelso • Aug. 24, 2020 -
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'We're the moral compass': How HR can take the long view on the racial justice movement
With early statements, donations and actions behind them, employers must find a way to continue to "walk the walk," sources say.
By Kate Tornone • Aug. 24, 2020 -
Guggenheim reveals diversity plan following staff allegations of racism
As national calls for racial justice took place, the museum was challenged by current and former employees to end a "deep culture of fear."
By Sheryl Estrada • Aug. 21, 2020
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