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What is the role of Fair work Australia?

EmployeeConnect

Specifically, the Fair Work Ombudsman enforces compliance in line with the Fair Work Act 2009. You may be aware as an employee or employer that in Australia there are groups which will act towards the benefit and to protect employees. A particular group to be aware of is Fair work Australia. Fair Work Ombudsman. Fair Work Commission.

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How to Encourage Employees to Report Issues

HR Shelf

A study by California Law Review revealed that 82% of whistleblowers had to suffer harassment, about 60% had their jobs taken away, and about 17% lost their homes. Discrimination and harassment: When employees are mistreated due to their gender, race, nationality, religion, age, or disability. Read on to understand. .

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Holiday Parties: Proceed with Caution

HRExecutive

The almost daily revelations of workplace sexual harassment should be enough to drive home the idea that if your company is tossing a holiday party this year, be extra careful. It’s also the highest percentage since post-recession 2009, when 25 percent did not have parties.

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Most Important Developments for 8/7

GetFive

Simultaneously, leaders must recognize that there are important opportunities to learn and grow from this once-in-a-century crisis. Simultaneously, leaders must recognize that there are important opportunities to learn and grow from this once-in-a-century crisis. Chief Learning Officer. The US economy added another 1.8

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Want the secret to defending retaliation claims?

The Employer Handbook

We kick it off today at noon EDT. Hired in 2009, Ms. She also claims that her supervisor sexually harassed her. Bossi’s supervisor and required him to complete workplace harassment training. Second Step: Learn that your employee intends to sue the company. Although, Ms. Well, sure.

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How Are Female Workers in Bangladesh Protected by the Law?

Global People Strategist

While the ILO convention does not pass rules in regards to sexual harassment and violence at the workplace, many other conventions call for these protections. The Bangladesh National Women Lawyer’s Association (BNWLA) filed a petition in the High Court in 2009. percent, showing a clear gap in gender equality.

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How to Save Yourself from Social Media Disaster with an Employee App

ConnecTeam

Back in 2009, United Airlines were the target of a viral video made by a musician whose guitar was damaged by United Airlines. Within less than a week, millions have viewed the video, while United Airlines avoided responding online, and chose to contact the disappointed passenger offline in order to resolve the issue.