In a significant stride towards promoting safer work environments, the International Labour Organization (ILO) has launched an innovative training manual designed to assist employers in preventing and managing violence and harassment at the workplace. This initiative is particularly timely, as recent statistics reveal that one in five individuals faced such issues at work in 2022 despite commitments from ILO member
As the annual university recruitment season approaches, HR directors face a unique and urgent challenge: how to attract and retain top Gen Z talent. This generation, known for valuing authenticity and inclusivity, brings fresh expectations to the workplace. Recent research underscores the significance of these values, revealing that nearly one-third of students and recent graduates identify as LGBTQ+. For forward-thinking
In a move that underscores ongoing debates about worker compensation, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has recently appealed a pivotal decision by Judge Sean Jordan of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas. The judge had ruled against the DOL’s latest final rule aimed at expanding overtime pay eligibility under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
Harassment and discrimination are terms that no one wants to hear or experience, especially within the confines of their workplace. Employees anticipate a professional, safe, and respectful environment when they are at work. However, this expectation is far from reality for many workers, as harassment and discrimination still prevail in various professional settings. Unfortunately, harassment and discrimination can occur regardless
Despite efforts to promote gender equality in the workplace over the past few decades, a recent analysis by HR and payroll software provider Ciphr reveals that the gender pay gap remains a significant issue in female-dominated occupations in the UK. This in-depth study, based on data from the Office for National Statistics, highlights that a staggering 70% of occupations primarily
In a landmark case, a Texas jury recently ordered SkyWest Airlines to pay $2.17 million to a female parts clerk who faced severe sexual harassment at the workplace. However, due to statutory caps, this amount was later reduced to $300,000. The verdict indicates the intense scrutiny companies like SkyWest face regarding the maintenance of a safe and respectful work environment.
The U.S. Supreme Court is poised to address a pivotal issue for Human Resources departments with its forthcoming hearing of Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services. This case, involving allegations of employment "reverse" discrimination, centers on a heterosexual employee who claims she faced bias on the basis of her sexual orientation by her lesbian manager. It raises critical questions
In many organizations, HR departments have long been perceived as merely administrative functions, handling paperwork and enforcing company policies. However, this outdated view neglects the critical contributions HR makes in managing talent, fostering company culture, and implementing essential people-management strategies. According to Lattice’s 2025 State of People Strategy Report, 38% of managers still view HR as primarily administrative, while 19%
Pay plays a key role in employees’ sense of belonging in an organization – get it wrong, and it can damage inclusivity. Transparent and fair policies support a positive workplace culture just as much as any diversity initiative. Developing genuinely equitable and inclusive pay practices that truly support diverse talent is not easy and is often overlooked. Employers can fail
In today’s fast-paced corporate environment, HR departments often struggle with the overwhelming burden of repetitive, mundane tasks that hinder their ability to focus on strategic initiatives. Processing emails, managing job applications, and ensuring regulatory compliance are just a few examples of the tasks that consume a significant amount of HR professionals’ time. This reality is at odds with the evolving
In a revealing report by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA), recent data has brought to light a persistent and widening gender pay gap in Australia during the 2023-24 period. The gender pay gap has been increasing, currently standing at 21.8%, meaning women earn just 78 cents for every dollar earned by men. This alarming statistic results in a yearly
In an increasingly competitive and fast-paced corporate world, organizations are constantly seeking new ways to enhance their financial performance and drive employee satisfaction. One of the most compelling strategies emerging from recent research is the promotion of diversity within executive teams. McKinsey’s latest report indicates that companies excelling in ethnic and gender diversity are significantly more profitable than their less
