IBM apologizes to computer scientist fired in 1968 because of her gender transition

Lynn Conway, whom IBM awarded its Lifetime Achievement Award, "forever changed microelectronics, devices, and people's lives," an executive said.

By Ryan Golden • Dec. 7, 2020

Companies best at advancing women into executive roles offer profit-and-loss training

Working Mother named companies including Abbott, Johnson & Johnson and L’Oréal among the best in preparing women for senior leadership positions.

By Sheryl Estrada • Dec. 3, 2020

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A deep dive into DEI

Staying thoughtful and engaged regarding DEI topics — as well as listening to employees — can help employers meet goals and retain people.

By HR Dive staff

Parties settle landmark transgender bias suit following SCOTUS decision

R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Homes will pay $250,000 to settle the lawsuit that appeared before the U.S. Supreme Court.

By Katie Clarey • Dec. 3, 2020

National Black Chamber of Commerce program promotes employment of formerly incarcerated

In recent years, multiple organizations have called for the expansion of employment opportunities for formerly incarcerated Americans.

By Ryan Golden • Dec. 2, 2020

Trump's diversity training restrictions muddle compliance

Companies not directly affected by the order shouldn't be dissuaded in continuing diversity initiatives, an attorney told HR Dive.

By Sheryl Estrada • Dec. 2, 2020

Were the diversity promises of the summer for the long haul?

Executives from Comcast, Morgan Stanley and Robin Hood shared their thoughts on employers' strategic commitments.

By Sheryl Estrada • Nov. 25, 2020

How companies can help veterans reach high-tech goals

Accenture and PepsiCo provide perspectives on training and support programs for veterans.

By Sheryl Estrada • Nov. 24, 2020

Work on inclusion before diversity, Bersin says

The HR industry veteran said that "inclusion is the goal, diversity is the outcome" during an online panel this month.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 23, 2020

NYU: Female job candidates more likely than men to receive offers from Silicon Valley firms

The study specifically examined a group of tech companies that "invested significant resources into their diversity efforts," according to researchers.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 19, 2020

How companies moved the needle on D&I this year

Even amid a pandemic and a key election year, employers have faced heightened expectations regarding diversity and inclusion. 

Nov. 18, 2020

UPS ends longstanding restrictions on beards, natural hairstyles

Policies that prevent employees from wearing race-based or natural hairstyles is a form of discrimination, according to a law adopted in several states.

By Sheryl Estrada • Nov. 13, 2020

Why inclusion is just as important as diversity in board governance

Having diverse board members is essential, but inclusion is often left out of the conversation, according to Deloitte’s U.S. executive chair of the board. 

By Sheryl Estrada • Nov. 11, 2020

PPG banks on first global DEI head to 'accelerate' the company's agenda

Amid calls for racial justice this summer, many companies reviewed their DEI policies and practices at the urging of employees and consumers.

By Sheryl Estrada • Nov. 11, 2020

What a Biden-Harris win means for Trump's diversity training order

The executive order has an impact on how federal agencies, and even private companies, plan for the future, according to the NAACP Legal Defense Fund.

By Sheryl Estrada • Nov. 10, 2020

Diverse senior leaders may jump ship to move up the ladder, study says

Similar surveys have shown that diversity is not a strategic priority for leaders despite evidence that it improves the bottom line.

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 6, 2020

Zoom, live captions and what it all means for workplace accessibility

Otter.ai launched a live meeting caption capability on Zoom, a step welcomed by accessibility experts. A more holistic accessibility approach is needed in the workplace.

By Roberto Torres • Nov. 5, 2020

Why emerging tech supports an accessible, inclusive future workplace

Technology is not "something that replaces workers" but gives workers more capabilities, futurist Cathy Hackl said.

By Sheryl Estrada • Nov. 4, 2020

McDonald's taps new DEI leader

McDonald's diversity, equity and inclusion practices have been in the spotlight throughout leadership changes, lawsuits and alleged labor violations.

By Sheryl Estrada • Nov. 3, 2020

2021 Fortune 500 list will include D&I rankings

The publication said it wants to "make corporate diversity disclosure the new standard of doing business."

By Kate Tornone • Nov. 2, 2020

Salesforce credits ERG with driving its new product accessibility support team

Employee resource groups have become more integral to employers' broader D&I efforts in recent months.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 30, 2020

NAACP Legal Defense Fund challenges Trump's diversity training order in court

Even private companies have considered curtailing recently launched D&I initiatives, civil rights advocates said.

By Sheryl Estrada • Oct. 30, 2020

SHRM partnership to support inclusive hiring for individuals with disabilities

The ongoing pandemic has resulted in disproportionate job losses for workers with disabilities.

By Sheryl Estrada • Oct. 30, 2020

Morgan Stanley launches HBCU scholarship program

The financial services company will provide four-year scholarships and cover the cost of living for an annual cohort of 15 students at historically black colleges and universities.

By Aman Kidwai • Oct. 29, 2020

Latinas experience lifetime earning gap compared to White men, report says

There hasn't been much change in the wage gap in 30 years for Latinas, research shows.

By Sheryl Estrada • Oct. 29, 2020

How PepsiCo plans to increase gender, racial diversity in management by 2025

"Our company is strongest when we embrace the full spectrum of humanity,"  PepsiCo Chief Diversity and Engagement Officer Tina Bigalke said.

By Sheryl Estrada • Oct. 28, 2020