Diversity and equality

Other Black women who’ve made it to the highest levels of their fields say Harris will strengthen conversations about workplace diversity in the U.S.

Only 7% of white workers agree that racial inequity exists in their workplace, compared with 35% of Black respondents, according to a report by the Society for Human Resource Management

Industry leaders comment on what needs to be done in the financial realm to increase diversity.

Addressing racial issues in the workplace starts with having conversations about race at work. Companies can promote listening, encourage discussion and set goals to facilitate those conversations.

Director of Business Development at EisnerAmper Brigette Lumpkins discusses how it felt to be seen as a diversity hire at Lehman Brothers and Barclays.

Companies now have wider legal authority to terminate employees protesting unfair workplace conditions.

Former co-chief executive officer Eileen Murray escalated a feud over her departure, accusing the firm of threatening to withhold her deferred compensation because she went public with gender discrimination allegations.

Four female former employees of Alphabet’s Google are trying to persuade a state court to let them represent more than 10,000 peers in a gender-pay disparity suit against the company, setting the stage for the next big battle over class-action status.

Executive coaching can help female employees with professional development, and maintain mental resilience during COVID-19.

The ride-hailing company is also revamping its services to be more inclusive and equitable, while offering anti-bias training for riders and drivers.