Dear Esteemed HR Professionals, In the wake of recent global events, including the Israel/Gaza conflict, the rise of Islamophobia and Antisemitism has cast a shadow over our communities and workplaces. As guardians of equity and fairness, it’s incumbent upon us to confront these challenges head-on and cultivate environments of inclusivity and respect. Today, we embark…
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Greetings, esteemed HR professionals! As we continue through the month of February, we continue a journey of remembrance, celebration, and advocacy: Black History Month. It’s a time to honor the contributions of African Americans, acknowledge their stories of overcoming adversity, and reflect on the importance of fostering diversity and equality in the workplace. Celebrate Black…
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Hello Esteemed HR Professionals! On Sunday, February 11th, we commemorated International Day of Women and Girls in Science. (I hear there was also a football game that day.) Let’s not only celebrate the trailblazing spirits of Marie Curie and Caroline Herschel but also look at how contemporary female champions are shaping the landscape of STEM…
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Hello, fellow HR professionals! And Happy New Year! We’re about to embark on an expedition into a very hot topic: Artificial Intelligence. AI was a buzzword in 2023, with applications such as ChatGPT taking center stage. Granted, we’re only a month into 2024, but it looks like AI as a topic isn’t going away, just…
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In recent months, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has settled several large age discrimination complaints totaling millions of dollars in fines, fees, penalties, and payments to those affected. In fact, the EEOC has announced that age discrimination is one of the priorities identified in its new Strategic Enforcement Plan. Most recently, on December 19,…
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