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The Risks of In-house Social Media Screening in Hong Kong

Cisive

Conducting social media screening on a candidate is becoming an increasingly common practice in the hiring process. In particular, the way that information collected from social media is used by an employer when screening their candidate may increase the risk of allegations of unlawful discrimination. .

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A Guide to Diversity in Citizenship, Immigration, and National Origin in the Workplace?

HR Digest

In comparison, only about 35 percent of U.S. The IER enforces anti-discrimination provisions and unfair documentary practices during recruitment, hiring, and termination of workers. citizens and permanent residents choose STEM fields for their undergraduate studies. institutions went to foreign students. Department of Justice (DOJ).

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Launching a Diversity and Inclusion Program Isn’t Enough – Here’s How to Make a Meaningful Impact

Linkedin Talent Blog

More than just keeping companies compliant, these policies signal to employees that your company takes discrimination seriously. While this may sound obvious, pregnancy discrimination and lack of workplace support for maternity leave are, sadly, still major issues at many companies , so getting those issues right is roundly appreciated.

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How to reduce bias in the hiring process for your small business

Homebase

Blind screenings hide details like the candidate’s name, photo, college or university, address, and graduation year, all things which can reveal their race, gender identity, socioeconomic background, or age. In your existing screening process, also consider doing regular checks for discrimination.

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Cafe Classic: Prejudice Perpetuated by Prior Pay Pattern

Compensation Cafe

Legislative initiatives to ban questions about past salary during the employment application screening process keep popping up. For the most effective/efficient screening, of course, to weed out "the obviously unqualified" candidates. Historical pay discrimination is perpetuated when past pay sets future pay. Change is here.

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Empowerment: A Promising Way to Eliminate Racial Disparities Affecting Women of Color

Thrive Global

This includes family planning, abortion, and even screenings for sexually transmitted infections and cervical cancer. The effects of discrimination extend from maternal and infant mortality to as overall health and well-being among African American women. We cannot just fully depend on the government to do its part.

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What is EPLI and Does My Business Really Need It?

Tandem HR

This includes claims of sexual harassment, discrimination, and wrongful termination. In comparison, EPLI is affordable. Ensure the policy covers discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation and other intentional acts. Construct effective hiring and screening programs to avoid discrimination in hiring.