The Israel-Hamas war is multi-faceted, violent, nuanced and evolving, and it can seem easier to not say anything rather than risk making a statement that could inflame others. However, your employees – and in many cases, your clients, customers and
Equity at Work Blog
The Equity at Work Blog, published by Equity At Work, focuses on topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within workplace environments. It covers strategies for creating psychologically safe and trauma-informed workplaces, guidance on compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) regulations, and best practices for observing culturally significant events such as Juneteenth. The blog addresses organizational culture, employee engagement, mental health, and policy development to support inclusive and equitable work settings. It also provides insights on leadership competencies, behavioral expectations, and practical steps to foster environments where all employees can contribute authentically and feel valued.
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How DEI Strengthens Mental Health
In observance OF World’s Mental Health Day, let’s explore how DEI supports and strengthens mental health for our workforceThere has been a growing recognition of the importance of DEI in various aspects of our lives, from workplaces to…
Hispanic Heritage Month Resources
National Hispanic Heritage Month is just around the corner, and the Equity At Work team has compiled several great resources to help you celebrate the cultures and contributions made by Hispanic and Latino Americans whose countries of origin include…
Affirmative Action and AI in the Workplace
With the launch of ChatGPT and the Supreme Court’s decision to end affirmative action in colleges and universities, there has been a lot of speculation, and a fair amount of misinformation, about how all this impacts the workplace.The EEOC…
How the End of Affirmative Action Impacts Your Organization
While the Supreme Court’s ruling to end affirmative action is focused on admissions at colleges and universities, it has a direct and critical impact on the workplace.As a result of this ruling, many colleges and universities will become less…
Multi-Generational Workforces: Often Forgotten As Part Of DEI
Today’s workforce is multi-generational; it includes members of the Silent Generation, Baby Boomers, Gen Xers, Millennials, and Gen Zers. While a workplace that includes colleagues from many different age groups offers a great learning opportunity, it can also…
I asked ChatGPT how bias shows up in AI. Here's what it said.
With the craze over ChatGPT’s release, I couldn’t help but wonder what, if anything, it would say about the dangers of bias being coded into its responses. So I asked. And I think the answer is spot on:”Bias can show…
How To Respond to Pushback Against DEI
Diversity, equity and inclusion play a huge role in shaping the overall culture of a company and the employee experience.Organizations across all industries of all sizes can reap the benefits of DEI, and more and more companies recognize…
DEI Training is Not a "Quick Fix"
There is immense pressure on organizations to not only articulate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, but also to demonstrate that commitment through specific actions.In many organizations, the first action they take is to implement DEI trainings. These trainings…
Diversity is Race and Gender and So Much More
Time and again, when I have discussions about DEI the “D” component goes to race or gender, often as separate elements.
Sexual orientation might be the third piece, but it is usually a bit behind the first two. Race,…