As businesses worldwide increasingly recognize the importance of diversity, a growing number are embracing neurodiverse employees. Neurodiversity refers to variations in brain function and cognitive processing, which includes conditions such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, dyslexia, Down syndrome and…
DEI
There's been a lot of talk about the backlash against DEI, but not much discussion on what was missing or how it could have been improved to create the change it aimed for. Somewhere lost in those discussions was the…
Don't let your DEI efforts die. Many companies have left their once-thriving DEI initiatives on life support. In fact, DEI roles are getting cut from companies almost twice as fast as non-DEI roles, according to research from Revelio Labs. And…
Job fairs and dedicated employment hotlines can make the job application process more accessible for people with disabilities, thus attracting a broader, more diverse talent pool. What are you doing to create job opportunities for people with disabilities? Why You…
Although many companies have been cutting back on their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts lately, Mita Mallick, the head of inclusion, equity and impact at financial software company Carta, says now’s not the time to put DEI on the…
Move over DEI. There's a new kid in town when it comes to hiring and promoting. Enter MEI -- merit, excellence and intelligence. It's not to say DEI is dead. The pursuit to improve diversity, equity and inclusion at companies…
In today's ever-changing work environments, where teamwork and honesty are highly valued, the role of managers has become more crucial than ever. Managers act as the center of communication within an organization. When they can establish an atmosphere of authentic…
Remember when the killing of George Floyd got companies talking about policies to increase opportunities for groups that have historically faced discrimination? But then HR-facilitated diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives started losing momentum after the Supreme Court struck down…
Amid all the legal actions to end affirmative action in higher education admissions and other areas of American life, and as states have banned teaching certain topics of cultural history in public schools, it would be easy to assume that…
Some companies work so hard at trying to get their diversity hiring strategy right that analysis paralysis sets in. And as a result, no meaningful DEI action gets taken. In an episode of the HRMorning podcast "Voices of HR," Anna…
Diversity and inclusion (D&I) is at the top of nearly every HR leader's mind. But many struggle to make a difference. In fact, gender and ethnic diversity in leadership rose less than 15% in a five year span, according to…
There’s been a lot of chatter about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Whether it’s talking about the “Death of DEI” or calling for even more diversity efforts, there’s no escaping the conversation. And it’s a worthy one to have for HR…
It’s no secret that Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) has been a hot topic in 2023, with some employers pushing for an increased focus, while others tout the “Death of DEI.” No matter where you fall when it comes to…
So you're looking to implement - or revive - a diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiative for your organization. First things first: Do you have a clear understanding of why you're doing it and what you're trying to accomplish? Workplace…
In June the Republican party moved to deny any Pentagon funding for diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) programs. Shortly after that a Supreme Court decision banned affirmative action programs in college admissions. There’s an undeniable reality to face: DEIB…
Keeping workers engaged and purpose-driven is an important part of HR's job, but so is avoiding legal risks related to the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity Act and more. In an episode…