Diversity & Inclusion: Page 33
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Opinion
A remote workforce, urban exodus and opportunities emerging from the pandemic
Pepperdine's Charla Griffy-Brown writes about opportunities for community building and employee arrangements with the potential for addressing problems the pandemic unveiled in stark reality.
By Charla Griffy-Brown • Aug. 6, 2020 -
Health equity, supplier diversity support inclusive growth, say senior leaders
Executives at TIAA, Novant Health, Lowe's, McKinsey & Company and Truist discussed how to move the needle in the workplace and in the community.
By Sheryl Estrada • Aug. 5, 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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SHRM surveys show 'significant gaps' on racial equality in US workplaces
The findings indicate that workers may not feel equipped to have discussions about racial inequity at work, SHRM president and CEO Johnny C. Taylor said.
By Ryan Golden • Aug. 5, 2020 -
Sponsored by AARP Work Reimagined
4 ways to battle unconscious bias in AI-powered recruiting platforms
Review these strategies to help mitigate the effect of bias from creeping into the data stream and the algorithms that learn from it.
Aug. 4, 2020 -
Caregiving prevents workforce re-entry, study finds
Paid leave will pave the way out of the caregiving crisis, the Bipartisan Policy Center said.
By Katie Clarey • July 31, 2020 -
Resume 'partitioning' can counter implicit bias in hiring, study says
Inclusion, however, remains the key factor in sustaining a diverse workforce, according to experts.
By Sheryl Estrada • July 29, 2020 -
Q&A
Former Rep. Tony Coelho on his fight for the ADA and the future of disability rights
When Coelho entered the job market, all the applications featured a box marked "epilepsy" — one he had to check. It was then that he "started to realize there was a problem."
By Aman Kidwai • July 24, 2020 -
Q&A
'We are writing history each day': Why authenticity in the workplace counts
In this Q&A, Medidata's Naveen Bhateja discusses the company's response to the COVID-19 pandemic and why he's able to bring his authentic self to work.
By Sheryl Estrada • July 22, 2020 -
LinkedIn to add audio name pronunciation to profiles
The business networking site is looking to ease introductions by addressing a common problem.
By Aman Kidwai • July 21, 2020 -
Top U.S. companies making strides in disability inclusion, index shows
The Disability Equality Index indicated an increase in the amount of employees who self-identify as having a disability.
By Sheryl Estrada • July 21, 2020 -
From executive departures to PTO for voting: 12 employer responses to systemic racism protests
An international movement has led organizations to reckon with the impact of systemic racism and discrimination.
July 17, 2020 -
Deep Dive
The D&I profession, long on the rise, now has 'once-in-a-career' momentum
Diversity work grew out of HR, one source told HR Dive, and it's now blossoming into an integral business function.
By Pamela DeLoatch • July 15, 2020 -
Lawmakers demand equal access to PPP funds for women-, minority-owned businesses
From February to April, 41% of Black-owned businesses closed amid the COVID-19 pandemic, according to one recent study.
By Sheryl Estrada • July 15, 2020 -
Deep Dive
Compliance questions remain after the high court's LGBTQ ruling
From employee benefits coverage to investigation procedures, there's much employers may want to review, sources told HR Dive.
By Ryan Golden • July 13, 2020 -
D&I roles have more than doubled since 2015, report says
The effects of the pandemic and the recent protests calling for racial justice motivated some companies to create D&I positions that previously did not exist.
By Sheryl Estrada • July 9, 2020 -
McKinsey: Employers unknowingly exclude LGBTQ workers
Women, junior employees and senior leaders in the LGBTQ community face challenges in bringing their authentic selves to work, according to research.
By Sheryl Estrada • July 8, 2020 -
Sponsored by AARP Work Reimagined
The value of age diversity
While the recovery from COVID-19 may be slow, regardless of how long it takes, human capital remains the most valuable asset organizations have as they navigate a complex future.
July 7, 2020 -
How TIAA's diverse leadership aims to support racial justice from the top down
Led by CEO Roger Ferguson, TIAA's Be the Change initiative aims to uplift its workforce and members' communities.
By Sheryl Estrada • July 6, 2020 -
Adidas HR chief out as employees seek more diversity
In a statement on her departure, Karen Parkin said that "to unify the organization it would be better for me to retire and pave the way for change."
By Cara Salpini • July 1, 2020 -
Partnership aims to drive consumer support for Latino-, Black-owned small businesses
Such businesses were among the most hard-hit by COVID-19, said "Together We Win" organizers.
By Sheryl Estrada • July 1, 2020 -
Q&A
How employers can eradicate a check-the-box mentality toward D&I
In this Q&A, RedPeg's Pearlie Oni discusses why such attitudes undermine truly inclusive workplaces.
By Katie Clarey • July 1, 2020 -
Deep Dive
Will the protests be a turning point for diversity in athletics retail?
The backlash and resulting action at top sportswear brands is a microcosm of an issue that's being tackled with renewed force across the business world.
By Cara Salpini • June 30, 2020 -
How TIAA updated its dress code, restroom policies to support inclusion
The financial services institution implemented a number of changes to support transgender and gender non-conforming employees.
By Sheryl Estrada • June 30, 2020 -
Opinion
'A moment of inclusion': Will the post-pandemic workplace be more friendly to people with disabilities?
The CEO of the American Foundation for the Blind weighs in on flexible work arrangements that have become the norm due to COVID-19.
By Kirk Adams • June 30, 2020 -
Deep Dive
Trucking, like the nation, examines itself for racial bias
The industry is rife with the ways of the "good ol' boy" network, and many large fleets are silent on the diversity of their staff and boards.
By Jim Stinson • June 25, 2020