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98% of businesses have gender identity and sexual orientation non-discrimination policies, up from 5% in 2002, report finds

HR Brew

Almost all (98%) participating businesses now have gender identity and sexual orientation non-discrimination policies, up from just 5% when the index began in 2002. Regardless of who holds political office or leads the public pressure campaigns, Hawkins believes that progress will continue at many employers.

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EEOC issues new discrimination guidance: 11 things you must know

HR Morning

The new guidance covers national origin discrimination, and it has replaced the EEOC’s 2002 compliance manual section on that topic. Of course, employers already know they can’t discriminate against individuals on the basis of their national origin. Discrimination based on “perceived” national origin is illegal.

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4 Ways to Create an LGBT Friendly Workplace

Cornerstone On Demand

While this number may seem small, note that a reported 50 percent of LGBT workers choose not to disclose their sexual orientation at work out of fear they might miss out on promotions, be discriminated against or treated differently. While inclusive policies have improved, corporate America still has a long way to go.

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Lithuania’s Path Toward Shrinking the Gender Pay Gap Under EU Directive

Trusaic

Currently, Lithuania’s average gender pay gap is in line with the EU average at 13% , however, some sectors, including finance and insurance, have pay gaps of up to 40%. Lithuania’s Labour Code was introduced on June 4, 2002. Reporting must be updated at least annually. Implement a salary history ban.

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Latvia’s Path Toward Shrinking the Gender Pay Gap Under EU Directive

Trusaic

Latvia’s average gender pay gap stands at 16.5%, however, some sectors, including finance and insurance, have pay gaps in excess of 30%. Latvia’s Labour Law came into force on June 1, 2002. Account for intersectional discrimination in pay practices and consider the needs of workers with disabilities.

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Closing the Gender Pay Gap: Why Women Can’t Wait Another 50 Years

Trusaic

That’s up only 2 percent since 2002. Moody’s Analytics data is more pessimistic, predicting 132 years at the current rate of progress. Colorado’s amended Equal Pay Act updates pay transparency requirements for job listings while doubling the period for back pay for successful pay discrimination claims.

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Finally, the EEOC has come around on arbitration agreements as a condition of employment

The Employer Handbook

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission released this Policy Statement in which it posited that “agreements that mandate binding arbitration of discrimination claims as a condition of employment are contrary to the fundamental principles evinced in [the federal anti-discrimination laws it enforces.]” 279 (2002).