It's time for DE&I
Thought leaders share their thoughts on addressing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging in the workplace and beyond.
July 31, 2023
Virtual DEI efforts: A Q&A with Joseph Toma"All these tools and technologies have a common goal: creating an inclusive and equitable environment that allows everyone to bring their best selves to work," says Joseph Toma, CEO of Jugo.
August 03, 2023
Employers caught in DEI political crossfireCompanies that had touted their DEI progress are now questioning whether they've set themselves up for future legal action.
August 14, 2023
Increased pushback of employers' DEI programs has law firms mobilizingThree major law firms have announced the formation of industry groups to help employers audit DEI efforts and navigate compliance issues.
August 14, 2023
AI programs used by employers may lead to Title VII discrimination claimsThe Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has provided guidance that AI programs will trigger Title VII discrimination violations when protected classes are disfavored in employment selection processes.
August 23, 2023
Companies 'throwing up hands' as DEI risks loomSome efforts have been overzealous to the extent they could be viewed as giving a discriminatory preference for a particular minority or group. "I thought, 'Holy cow, where was their in-house counsel on this? Where was their outside counsel?'" Shawe Rosenthal lawyer Fiona Ong recalled about one particularly egregious case.
September 01, 2023
DEI initiatives are essential, not just the right thing to doNo workplace is truly inclusive until all employees have an opportunity to obtain positions in equitable spaces where their voices are not just heard, but listened to.
September 11, 2023
3 proven ways to supercharge employee equity and productivityIncreasing equity among employees provides priceless value to the entire organization by driving feelings of belonging across the workplace.
June 28, 2023
ChatGPT in HR: De-biasing your recruiting process & creating AI policyTalk to your employees, find out how they are already using AI, and come up with a collective policy that is both inclusive and informed.
September 12, 2023
Age diversity in C-suite can help with long-term innovation, study findsBecause younger executives have a longer career ahead of them, they can be patient about when investments will pay off.
October 13, 2023
Citibank can offer 401(k) plan sponsors a roadmap to help close the 'racial wealth gap'Citibank's Diverse Asset Manager Program has received approval from the DOL to offer guidance to other firms if they wish to pursue DEI initiatives while working with service providers in ERISA-compliant retirement plans.