Hello my dear HR professionals, We know that fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace isn’t just a box to check. It’s a continual commitment that requires thoughtful action and leadership. Last Saturday was International Day of Tolerance, a perfect time to pause and reflect on how we’re doing in promoting these values—and how…
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My fellow HR Professionals, July is Disability Pride Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of people with disabilities. According to the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey, in 2021 there were roughly 42.5 million “civilian non-institutionalized” disabled folk in this country. That’s roughly 13% of that same civilian non-institutionalized population. Other sources,…
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My Dear HR Professionals, It’s Jewish American Heritage Month so we have a valuable opportunity to celebrate the rich cultural contributions of Jewish Americans and reaffirm our commitment to fostering a workplace culture that embraces diversity, inclusion, and respect for all, regardless of religion, country of origin, or identified ethnicity. In this blog post, we’ll…
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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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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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