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This nonprofit leader acts as a “no-fee staffing agency” connecting overlooked young professionals to corporate jobs

HR Brew

Through training programs, paid internships, and placement services with local employers, Hopeworks helps young, diverse professionals ages 17 to 26 get their foot in corporate America’s door. Many of them also go on to earn promotions within the same organizations and continuously upskill in their free time. Subscribe to HR Brew today.

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What is “Diverse Slate” Hiring?

Ongig

If you want to boost diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, a “diverse slate” hiring strategy is a great way to achieve this goal. Here’s a quick “diverse slate” definition: Diverse slate hiring is a talent acquisition strategy where you start with a diverse pool of qualified candidates.

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New Jersey Law Against Discrimination Expands Protections Against Ageism

Trusaic

The state of New Jersey recently updated its Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD) to include protections against age discrimination. Below we outline what employers need to know about the anti-discrimination law. The updates expand recourse for employees who are discriminated against based on their age.

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California DFEH Sues Activision Blizzard for Systemic Discrimination

Trusaic

Following a two-year investigation, the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) sued the entertainment gaming giant, Activision Blizzard for systematic discrimination on July 21, 2021. Activision Blizzard’s CEO, J. Riot Games has since made significant strides to transform its workplace culture and environment.

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Assumed white job applicants receive 9.5% more interview offers on average than assumed Black applicants in new study

HR Brew

National Bureau of Economic Research economists released a new paper detailing the results of an experiment, in which they submitted 84,000 job applications to 11,000 jobs at 108 Fortune 500 companies between 2019 and 2021. Assumed white applicants received 9.5% more interview offers than assumed Black applicants on average. Taking action.

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HR Trends: The Key Reads of June 2021

Intoo USA

In addition, violence and discrimination against Asian Americans and Pride Month surfaced concerns about lack of diversity and inclusion of all groups in the workplace. HR Trends for June 2021. Looking to increase the diversity in your workplace? First you’ll want to face why you’re having a problem doing so.

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Diversity and Inclusion Trends to Look Out for in 2021

Vantage Circle

In recent years, employers and business leaders around the world have been trying to predict the diversity and inclusion trends that will impact their work cultures the most. All of these changes are significant factors in determining the upcoming and ongoing D&I trends for 2021. Diversity and Inclusion Trends in 2021.

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