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Oftentimes, companies look at disability support as a compliance matter, following ADA guidelines and offering additional support only when asked by an employee.  However, many employees still feel hesitant to ask for accommodations, and by employers not being more proactive, employees feel less supported and engaged.  Further, candidates with disabilities or different abilities look

So often we see employers keep their DEI programs and initiatives focused on headquarters employees while their field organizations don’t have a way to engage in anything meaningful with DEI.  If you are in an organization that operates stores, call centers, distribution centers and/or transportation teams, this can leave out the vast majority of your

The Conference Board and Esgauge just released research showing that integration of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) metrics into compensation plans is higher than ever, now at 76%.  When looking at the Russell 3000, 84% of companies with revenues $50b and higher do the same.  If you thought DEI was going by the wayside, think

While there is a lot of research detailing the benefits that come from investing in DEI initiatives, it can be overwhelming to figure out which ones make the most sense for your organization to go after.  Here is a step-by-step guide to help you get started.To start, remember there are many financial benefits to investing

  

The Israel-Hamas war is multi-faceted, violent, nuanced and evolving, and it can seem easier to not say anything rather than risk making a statement that could inflame others.  However, your employees – and in many cases, your clients, customers and partners – are looking to you as a leader to address what is happening.So how

  

In observance OF World’s Mental Health Day, let’s explore how DEI supports and strengthens mental health for our workforceThere has been a growing recognition of the importance of DEI in various aspects of our lives, from workplaces to educational institutions. Recognition of the critical need to create inclusive environments where individuals feel welcomed,

National Hispanic Heritage Month is just around the corner, and the Equity At Work team has compiled several great resources to help you celebrate the cultures and contributions made by Hispanic and Latino Americans whose countries of origin include Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.

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With the launch of ChatGPT and the Supreme Court’s decision to end affirmative action in colleges and universities, there has been a lot of speculation, and a fair amount of misinformation, about how all this impacts the workplace.The EEOC – Equal Employment Opportunity Commission – is the federal entity that enforces Title VII, which