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Maine Joins California in Push for Enforcement of Employment Laws

Trusaic

Maine joined several other states in crafting legislation intended to expand representative actions for workers with the passage of An Act to Enhance Enforcement of Employment Laws (L.D. Civic organizations to assist aggrieved workers in reporting violations of employment laws. 1711) in June. Supporters of L.D.

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Getting Social Media Recruiting on the Right Track for Diversity

HR Daily Advisor

Previously, we’ve addressed how it’s great for finding and attracting strong candidates, but it’s also possible to use social media to exclude candidates that might lead an employer to a more diverse workforce. When you source for a particular diversity pool of candidates, make sure to also look at ALL possible candidates.

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How South Africa Law Is Prioritizing Diversity & Inclusion

Global People Strategist

South Africa has taken some inspiring steps in their legislation to prioritize diversity and inclusion now and in the future. Laws Promoting Diversity and Inclusion in South Africa South Africa has a robust legal framework that promotes diversity and inclusion.

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Employment laws to watch in 2019

Insperity

Employment law is ever-evolving, and 2019 is shaping up to usher in its fair share of changes. Employment laws tend to come in waves, with particular themes for each era. A patchwork of state and federal laws was eventually replaced when Congress set minimum age requirements with the Fair Labor Standards Act in 1938.

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What’s New in the EEOC’s 2022-2026 Strategic Plan?

HR Digest

By decoding the new EEOC strategic plan, HR leaders can get a better understanding of how the organization aims to address workplace discrimination and promote equal employment opportunities. Stay tuned to discover how the EEOC’s 2022-2026 strategic plan sets the stage for fostering inclusive and diverse workplaces across the nation.

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How to Handle Age Discrimination in Hiring and Retention

Zenefits

And while many consider 50 to be the age that tips older employees into the realm of ageism, workers as young as 40 have experienced age discrimination. Before we get into all the details, let’s define ageism, look at some examples, and highlight ways to reduce age discrimination in the office. Age discrimination and retention.

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Taking a people-forward approach to DE&I compliance in the US

Bob

There are many hurdles to overcome in the effort to implement true diversity, equality, and inclusion within an organization. For businesses operating in the United States, DE&I laws that introduce an entirely new set of considerations and constrictions in addition to the ones your company has in place only amplify the challenges.