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DEI success ultimately stems from strong CEO leadership, survey indicates
While acknowledging the increased pushback regarding DEI programs, Black executives noted the importance of sustaining their initiatives. By Carolyn Crist Listen to the article4 min CEO leadership is crucial for success with diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, according to a June 5 report from The Executive Leadership Council, meaning leaders must regularly communicate with workers about the links between DEI initiatives…
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Older workers make up more of the workforce, EBRI says
Employers need to understand the changing demographic characteristics of the older workforce to better design employee benefit plans, an EBRI director said. Caroline Colvin, Reporter Nearly 4 in 10 workers said that having a post-retirement job would help them stick to a routine, along with keeping their body and mind active, according to a report…
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How fostering DEI can improve safety and reduce workplace injury risks
Thinking about workplace design can help accommodate workers with different abilities, body types and cultural preferences, according to the National Safety Council. By Carolyn Crist Listen to the article4 min Workplace injury prevention programs that incorporate diversity, equity and inclusion principles can reduce worker risks and create a culture of safety, according to a June 10 report from…
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SHRM24 – DEI faces ‘delicate and uncomfortable environment,’ SHRM panelists saySHRM24 –
Backlash bolstered by the U.S. Supreme Court’s college admissions decision is seemingly in tension with diversity’s business case and the country’s shifting dynamics, speakers observed. By Laurel Kalser, Contributor Listen to the article5 min The past few years have brought radical changes to the employment landscape, and among them is last year’s U.S. Supreme Court decision…
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SHRM24 – Why employees resist welcoming trans co-workers
Ben Greene spoke to a SHRM audience about the barriers to trans inclusion in the workplace. Caroline Colvin, Reporter Listen to the article7 min Since the advent of work, humans have struggled with workplace conflict. Particularly since Donald Trump’s election, American HR professionals have dealt with the repercussions of a polarized political climate. “It can feel…
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HR is often left out of AI plans, despite the need for upskilling and inclusion
Although people and change management play a major role in AI adoption, HR isn’t always part of the conversation, McLean & Co. says. By Carolyn Crist Listen to the article3 min As companies rapidly adopt artificial intelligence tools in the workplace, HR and organizational leaders should be involved to ensure new changes can be implemented successfully, according…
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How to make employees feel included, according to researchers
Burnout and inclusion are statistically intertwined, Boston Consulting Group said in a recent report. Ryan Golden, Senior Reporter Listen to the article3 min Nearly half of employees globally are dealing with burnout, but a small series of inclusion-boosting practices may help organizations address burnout, Boston Consulting Group said in a June 11 report. The firm said its…
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Deloitte 2024 Gen Z and Millennial Survey reveals purpose-driven generation
According to Deloitte’s Gen Z and Millennial Survey, today’s younger employees are highly purpose driven. If we don’t provide opportunities for our employees to find personal meaning in what they do, we risk being unable to attract or retain purpose-driven people who willingly go over and above for the business. Business leaders have been aware…
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1 in 3 companies don’t have a pay equity strategy, survey shows
Closing the pay gap has become an urgent priority as companies move to comply with new laws and attract and retain talent, a new report indicates. By Carolyn Crist Although more companies say they’re striving for pay equity and transparency, about 34% still don’t have a pay equity strategy in place, according to a June 27 report from…
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EEOC releases anti-harassment guide for contractors
The federal agency wants to empower the industry to make the jobsite safer for all workers, Vice Chair Jocelyn Samuels said. Julie Strupp Senior Editor Listen to the article5 min Dive Brief: Dive Insight: Construction has been a priority for the EEOC during the Biden administration. The EEOC’s Strategic Enforcement Plan for 2024-2028 includes a focus on…
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