International Equal Pay Day: Advancing Pay Equity in the Workplace

My Fellow HR Professionals, As we observe International Equal Pay Day on September 18th, it’s important to take a closer look at the ongoing struggle for women’s pay equality and how HR professionals, such as ourselves, can lead the charge toward closing the gender pay gap. This day highlights the persistent disparities in income between…
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Women’s Equality Day: The Power of Women in the Workforce

Greetings, fellow HR professionals! As we commemorate Women’s Equality Day, it’s not only a time to celebrate the progress made in gender equality but also to reflect on the significance of women in the workforce. Today, we’re diving into the impact of women in business, highlighting the role of gender equality, how that makes money,…
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Black Business Month and the Imperative for Diversity: Advancing Equal Opportunities

Hello fellow HR leaders! As we celebrate the vibrant spirit of Black Business Month, it’s a prime time to shed light on the impactful role that Black-owned businesses play in driving diversity and inclusion. In this article, we’ll delve into how larger Black-owned businesses strongly advocate for affirmative action, equal opportunities, and workplace equality, all…
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It’s Autism Acceptance Month

April is Autism Acceptance Month, and April 2nd was World Autism Awareness Day. How is this relevant to equal hiring practices and Human Resources in general? Well, people with Aspergers and Autism fall squarely under the “disabled” label for purposes of Affirmative Action Programs (AAP) with hiring and firings, and if you have applicants for positions that…
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Black History Month: Celebrating Black American Pioneers

Diversity has always been a cornerstone of what makes America great. Having a variety of skills, experiences, and perspectives within the workforce allows for progress and growth that wouldn’t otherwise be possible. Let us recognize and honor those incredible Black American pioneers who opened doors of opportunity and drastically improved the lives of many. Maggie…
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