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Why hair discrimination should be the next focus for DEI progress

HRExecutive

In the last four years, 22 states have adopted versions of the Crown Act , first passed in California in 2019 to prohibit employers from discriminating based on hair style and texture that is commonly associated with a particular race or national origin. I want employers to think about their environment.”

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4 Ways HR Analytics Can Improve Workplace Diversity

Cornerstone On Demand

Plain and simple, a diverse talent pool leads to diverse ideas. There are multiple studies showing that diversity improves organizational bottom lines: McKinsey quarterly reported that between 2008 and 2010, companies with more diverse teams were top financial performers, and according to a study by Lu Hong and Scott E.

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Video: Jobs and Skills Masterclass

HR Examiner

So you could see whether or not there was discrimination there. And then, move the screen to emphasize, move it back to not emphasize, move it around forever for entertainment value. And so they’re not accurate for sort of research based, looking into skills. [00:20:37] Doesn’t get you hired.

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Do You See Meaning In Your Job? These Employees Do. - DecisionWise

DecisionWise

According to the book, MAGIC: Five Keys to Unlock the Power of Employee Engagement , Meaning is the first key that builds an engagement that lasts, produces results, and creates joy and happiness in an individual. Read how these employees think AUTONOMY is crucial for employee engagement. What creates meaning for employees?

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Has 50 Years of Equal Pay Legislation Done Enough to Level the Playing Field? Not Even Close.

Trusaic

The first page reads simply: “AN ACT TO Prevent discrimination, as regards terms and conditions of employment, between men and women.” In 2010, the Equal Pay Act 1970 was incorporated into the Equality Act 2010, along with other civil rights legislation. The paper on which it is printed is yellowing slightly.

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Why the Next Equal Pay Case Matters to Every Employer

Trusaic

In May 2023, 2,000 employees of UK retailer Next plc, won the second stage of their equal pay claim. The claim was first initiated in 2018, when the employees filed a claim with conciliation service Acas. The claim was first initiated in 2018, when the employees filed a claim with conciliation service Acas. compared to 24.2%

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What HR Needs to Know About Virginia’s Marijuana Laws

Cisive

However, state laws mean that how we handle background screening with regards to the legal use of marijuana has changed significantly, especially in states where medical marijuana is legal. The law also states that employers may use the Drug-Free Workplace Act to require employees to conform to drug policy.

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