Today is #socialmobilityday
I'm proud to be the Champion for our Social Mobility group at Boyes Turner
Some of my colleagues and I took part in a series of videos sharing our thoughts on why social mobility is important to us and what can be done to widen access to a career in law.
But first of all, in this video, I answer the question 'What is social mobility?'
#sharemomentsSocial Mobility Day
Today is Social Mobility Awareness Day and this year's theme is to #sharemoments on what social mobility is, why it is important and how we all can champion equitable employment opportunities for all.
To join in on this movement, we filmed 8 of our employees answering a range of social mobility questions and over the day, we will share 5 videos on what they had to say.
This is the first video where Tara Pileggi-Byrne an Associate Solicitor in our Medical Negligence team, speaks out on what social mobility is.
#socialmobility#edi#socialmobilityawarenessday
Today is Social Mobility Awareness Day and this year's theme is to #sharemoments on what social mobility is, why it is important and how we all can champion equitable employment opportunities for all.
To join in on this movement, we filmed 8 of our employees answering a range of social mobility questions and over the day, we will share 5 videos on what they had to say.
This is the first video where Tara Pileggi-Byrne an Associate Solicitor in our Medical Negligence team, speaks out on what social mobility is.
#socialmobility#edi#socialmobilityawarenessday
It will indeed be interesting to see the outcome of the upcoming election and whether the Labour government, if elected, will follow through on their promise to reform the law for cohabiting couples. Reforms in this area are significant as they can address the legal vulnerabilities and financial inequalities faced by couples who live together without being married. The commitment to these reforms reflects ongoing debates about the recognition and support of diverse family structures in modern society.
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The impact of multiple sclerosis on working life will be different for everyone. There is information and advice to help manage life in the workplace. Find out more about how to explain MS to employers, legal rights under the Equality Act, and how to take care at work.
Head to the link below to learn more.
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Select LA County courts have offered remote appearances since June of 2020.
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, virtual appearances have become a permanent fixture in American court proceedings. Scheduling a remote appearance can be an excellent option for working parents who need to fit court appearances into their busy schedules or for individuals with disabilities who may find it challenging to attend a physical hearing
Navigating the process isn't difficult or complicated. We've published a free resource guide on how to schedule a virtual appearance using the LA Court website. This informative pamphlet outlines eligibility criteria and provides a step-by-step walkthrough for scheduling a remote appearance via LA CourtConnect:
Click the link below to access the guide and learn how to make court work for you:
https://bit.ly/4alZFj8#FreeLegalResources#AccessToJustice#LegalAssistance#ProBono#CommunityService#Empowerment#AccessibleLegalAid#DisabilityRights
New Webinar!
Mark Landon is holding his next webinar with us on the 30th May. The title for this is ' Dealing effectively with misconduct or poor performance arising from an underlying disability'
There have been a number of recent cases where an underlying disability was at least in part the cause of misconduct or poor performance but was either overlooked or given insufficient weight by management. The subsequent Employment Tribunal cases were critical of the employers involved and provided helpful guidance as to how cases should be handled. In this webinar we shall review the legal and practical lessons learned from those cases.
Use the link to register: https://lnkd.in/e66MUF-C#EmploymentLaw#Webinar#Diability#Education
I concur with my colleague, but as someone who provided expert witness testimony in this case dealing with the extremely violent, vicious, and vituperative nature, and nurture of online harms that targeted Prof Wiles, have some additional thoughts about the judgement.
The judgement acknowledges the severity of harassment she faced and the university's breach of contractual obligations to protect her health and safety. However - and this is crucial - it falls short in addressing the full extent of online harms and the inadequacy of the university's monitoring and assessment processes.
This verdict has significant implications for academic freedom and the safety of public-facing academics in New Zealand. It highlights a worrying gap in understanding and addressing the complex nature of online threats within institutional frameworks. The court's reluctance to provide specific recommendations for managing such risks leaves academics vulnerable to ongoing and potentially escalating harassment.
The case exposes the urgent need for universities in New Zealand to develop robust, comprehensive systems for monitoring and responding to online threats against their staff. The current approach, as demonstrated by the University of Auckland, is woefully inadequate in capturing the full spectrum of harassment across various digital platforms.
Moreover, the judgement's assumption that the situation has improved and that the university can now provide fit-for-purpose threat assessments is concerning. This overlooks the persistent and evolving nature of online harms, particularly in the context of ongoing public health debates and inquiries.
As academics continue to engage in public discourse on contentious issues, they face increasing risks of targeted harassment. The judgement missed an opportunity to establish clear guidelines for institutional protection of academics, potentially leaving other universities ill-prepared to safeguard their staff.
This case underscores the critical need for academic institutions to recognise and address the changing landscape of public engagement and the associated risks. Failure to do so may have chilling effects on academic freedom and public scholarship in New Zealand.
Stuff has a good capture of the outcome. https://lnkd.in/gP8bXEhu
Communicator | Countering disinformation | Building organisational resilience
I am thrilled to see this decision, and I believe it has the potential to set a precedent for how employers are expected to care for staff who become targets of harassment, disinformation and threats. I'm particularly impressed that the decision calls out the cruelty of Auckland University for effectively punishing Wiles for her own harassment.
Many organisations haven't fully realised, let alone admitted, that receiving threats and abuse is a growing reality for some of their staff. Spokespeople, policymakers, call centres and social media moderators increasingly field disinformation-fuelled harm, and I have yet to encounter many people in these roles who feel truly supported and understood by their employers.
May this ruling be a sea change in the way workplaces in Aotearoa treat their people. All credit to Siouxsie Wiles, who has more grit and perseverance than I can fathom 💗
https://lnkd.in/grde2xnk
🔔 A new statutory right to unpaid carer’s leave will be brought into force on 6 April 2024 by the Carer’s Leave Regulations 2024 (the “Regulations”).
The Regulations will allow employees to take leave for the purpose of caring for a “dependant” with a “long-term care need”.
Our Employment law experts, Charlotte Davies and Keith Williams provide an update in our latest article below. ⬇
#employmentlaw#employmentupdate#enhancedrights
🔔 A new statutory right to unpaid carer’s leave will be brought into force on 6 April 2024 by the Carer’s Leave Regulations 2024 (the “Regulations”).
The Regulations will allow employees to take leave for the purpose of caring for a “dependant” with a “long-term care need”.
Our Employment law experts, Charlotte Davies and Keith Williams provide an update in our latest article below. ⬇
#employmentlaw#employmentupdate#enhancedrights
Breaking the Stigma: Reforming How Society Views Past Offenders
Andrew Henley's article discusses the lasting stigma faced by people with criminal records even after they've served their sentences. He argues that society's "non-superiority" principle keeps these individuals marginalized, impacting their job prospects, housing options, insurance, and civic rights. Henley calls for reforms to include criminal records in anti-discrimination laws and to limit the disclosure of past convictions. This approach aims to foster a fairer, more rehabilitative society, allowing former offenders to reintegrate more effectively and live without ongoing prejudice.
#CriminalJustice#SecondChances#EndStigma#FairOpportunity#Rehabilitation#SocialJustice#EqualRights#Reform#AntiDiscrimination#InclusiveSociety#JusticeReform#EmploymentEquality#HousingRights
