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Ensure a discrimination-free workplace! The Equality Act protects against bias based on various characteristics. We guide employers in preventing discrimination – from fair recruitment to training and policies. Join our free one-hour training session; comment or DM to express interest #hr #humanresources #warwickhr #discrimination

Discrimination – is your workplace free of it? As an employer, there are things you can – and should – be doing to prevent discrimination occurring within your workplace. The Equality Act safeguards employees and job applicants from discrimination with regard to protected characteristics, these being age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity leave, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation – it’s actually unlawful to discriminate directly against a job applicant or employee by treating them less favourably because of any of these protected characteristics. Picking one prospect over another because of their race; promoting a male employee above a female employee as she’s on maternity leave; disciplining a younger team member but not an older one for the same misconduct... these are all quite well-known examples of discrimination, but they’re just the tip of the iceberg. We’re here to help you when it comes to using protected characteristics to make decisions and in recruitment, as the main responsibility for discrimination at work lies with employers. From pay gap reporting and internal audits to record keeping, policies and training surrounding equal opportunities, along with best recruitment practices, and even advice on grievances and appeals, Warwick HR can help you every step of the way. If you’d like to make sure you’re doing everything right, or if you’re not really sure where to start and need some advice, join us for a free one-hour training session, date to be confirmed. Comment below or DM us to let us know you're interested in our free webinar! #hr #humanresources #warwickhr #discrimination

According to a recent survey by Monster, 91% of all employees have experienced discrimination in the workplace. Discrimination in the workplace can come in all shapes and sizes. It could be against race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability or even age! So, if you're currently dealing with discrimination in the workplace, here are a few ways to deal with it: 🚨 Address the issue with your HR department 🗒️ Document everything 🧑⚖️ Read through your employee handbook and research local and federal laws 🤗 Seek out a support system 🗣️ Make a formal complaint To discover more ways to deal with discrimination in the workplace, check the article in our comments below. #discrimination #workplace

Now that we are all back, I wanted to reshare an article I wrote for Women's Agenda in late December 2023. When I shared this in December, a couple of people told me that reading this article was the first time they had seen their experience written down. The article discusses why some women and gender-diverse people are leaving paid employment mid-career to become freelancers. This strategy can offer greater control over one’s professional environment and the flexibility to manage unpaid care duties. However, this decision is often a protective response to harmful workplace environments characterised by workplace toxicity, which includes sexism, racism, homophobia, transphobia, and ableism. I hope you find the article insightful and thought-provoking. Please feel free to share your thoughts and feedback in the comments section below! #genderequity #respectatwork #equalpay #freelancing #economicsecurity #sexism

📢 EEOC Update: New "Know Your Rights" Anti-Discrimination Poster! 📢 The EEOC has released an updated "Know Your Rights" poster with significant changes: 📄 Clear language & design for easier understanding 🚫 Harassment now clearly listed as prohibited discrimination 🌈 Sex discrimination includes pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity 📲 Quick access via QR code to filing charge instructions 💰 Equal pay Info for federal contractors 🌐 Available in multiple languages starting with English and Spanish Where to Post: 🖥️ Visible areas & digitally on websites for maximum accessibility Compliance: ⏳ Update promptly to avoid fines Quick Tip: Check with your poster subscription service for updates! 🔗 Learn more about this legal update here 👉 https://lnkd.in/e_vSkaSN #EEOC #hrcompliance #workplaceequality #antidiscrimination #hrprofessionals #hr

The explanation of disparate treatment refers to when an employer treats a specific job applicant or employee differently than others on the basis of their demographics. For example, they may treat their female colleagues differently than male colleagues or behave differently around individuals of a different race. To ensure employers don’t act with discriminatory intent against an applicant or employee, disparate treatment is illegal in the workplace. Such actions may include refusal to hire, refusal of promotion, reason for termination, establishment of non-permissible company policies that are unrelated to Bona Fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ), and other adverse job actions. If an employer acts with disparate treatment, even if discrimination was not the sole motivating factor, they may be held liable in a court of law.

There's been a lot of employment law guidance and activity in the past month - we've seen the final rules on the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, increase in overtime threshold, and changes to noncompete agreements. Last week, the EEOC released guidance on harassment - the first in nearly 25 years! The guidance addresses workplace harassment related to sexual orientation and gender identity, pregnancy and related medical conditions, and remote work. Now is a good time to review your policy, make sure you have a clear reporting process, and good employee communications. #harassment #eeoc #nondiscrimination https://lnkd.in/gRfdGKWs

California HR Managers: Did you know? Are you aware that it is illegal in California to use the sex offender registry records for making hiring decisions for certain jobs? 🤔 How do you navigate balancing compliance with ensuring a safe work environment for your team? I’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences! #HumanResources #CaliforniaLaw #EmploymentLaw #BackgroundChecks #HRCompliance

🚨 NEW EEOC GUIDANCE ON WORKPLACE HARASSMENT 🚨 The EEOC has just released final guidance on harassment in the workplace, titled "Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace." Key takeaways: - Employers liable for supervisor and coworker harassment. - Harassment includes verbal and nonverbal unwelcome conduct. - Virtual or online harassment, including comments made in work group chats or video conferences. - Harassment based on sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy. - Employers must take prompt action to prevent and correct harassment The guidance updates, consolidates, and replaces the agency’s five guidance documents issued between 1987 and 1999, serving as a single, unified resource on EEOC-enforced workplace harassment law. Let's create a harassment-free workplace! #EEOC #WorkplaceHarassment #EqualEmploymentOpportunityCommission #EmploymentLaw #LegalUpdate #Compliance #HR #NewGuidance #Laws #Enforcement https://lnkd.in/dUQMz_qz