Move beyond the business case for diversity
The economic benefits of diversity and inclusion to a business can no longer be the only reason to implement new policies.
Racial bias
Pinterest hires outside lawyer to investigate workplace culture
Pinterest has hired a team of outside lawyers to investigate the company’s workplace culture following public complaints from former employees who say they faced racial discrimination.
A worker’s past pay shouldn’t dictate future earnings
Most job searchers already know: the more they’ve been paid in the past, the more they can demand in the future. This method can create a disconnect between pay and productivity.
From Apple to Facebook, tech’s new diversity pledges follow years of failure
If tech companies really want to increase representation, they must do more, Black employees and corporate diversity experts say.
Why annual diversity training isn’t enough to combat racism
While 98% of companies offer diversity initiatives, training cannot be the only tool in a company’s arsenal to combat bias in the workplace.
Morgan Stanley denies systemic bias claim by ex-diversity chief
Marilyn Booker seeks a judgment that bars the bank from discriminating against her and other Black women and asks for unspecified damages.
Companies have the tools to fight racism. Will they use them?
What’s the racial makeup in your board of directors? Who gets promoted? The social display of empathy is a good first step, but it’s time for corporations to do more.
Calvert CEO says ending racism is a responsibility of businesses
Companies aren’t required by law to publicly disclose the racial makeup of their board and management, but businesses should make public data where employees have self-identified so investors know where they stand on diversity, the CEO said.
Benefits Think I am a black woman adviser. Am I valued by this industry?
"No one has ever asked me, 'What’s your journey been like as a black woman financial adviser? How can I help you?'" says adviser Zaneilia Harris.
Zaneilia Harris
Harris & Harris Wealth Management Group
Black unemployment rate rises while white joblessness falls
Racial inequality has been under a harsh spotlight in the U.S. since the George Floyd, an unarmed black man, died at the hands of a white police officer in Minneapolis, sparked days of continuing nationwide protests.
Apple CEO Tim Cook publishes open letter on racism, discrimination
Apple Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook called on his company to “do more” to fight systemic injustices and racial inequality in an open letter responding to the protests sweeping the U.S. this week.
Former Amazon manager claims the company racially profiles job seekers
In the wrongful termination suit, a former regional loss prevention manager said she knew Amazon had been criticized publicly for its lack of diversity in the workplace.
IBM proposes AI rules to ease bias concerns
IBM called for rules aimed at eliminating bias in artificial intelligence to ease concerns that the technology relies on data that bakes in past discriminatory practices and could harm women, minorities, the disabled, older Americans and others.
Implicit bias training doesn’t do enough to decrease workplace discrimination
Workplaces should focus less on employees’ attitudes and more on organizational policies and systems to prevent bias.
Avoiding discrimination in employee background checks
A recent court ruling highlights why employers should consider hiring candidates with criminal backgrounds.
Benefits Think Transgender health benefits may be required under new HHS guidance
Employers and advisers should review group health plans to make appropriate changes in the event they are subject to these new provisions, says attorney Mary Bauman.
Mary Bauman
Miller Johnson Attorneys
Benefits Think Transgender health benefits may be required under new HHS guidance
Employers and advisers should review group health plans to make appropriate changes in the event they are subject to these new provisions, says attorney Mary Bauman.
Mary Bauman
Miller Johnson Attorneys
Benefits Think SCOTUS rules on limitations period for constructive-discharge claims
For a federal civil servant to prove a forced, discrimination-based resignation, the clock starts ticking the moment the employer is informed of the employee’s intent to leave.
Brian D. Netter
Mayer Brown