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Gender Trends in the Gen Z Workforce: Implications for Gender Parity and the Wage Gap

Sep 11, 2024

By Marion Davis As of 2024, an emerging trend was highlighted in a Bloomberg News analysis of government data . This in-depth review noted that Gen Z female college graduates are persisting in the job market and taking on lower-paying or part-time roles while Gen Z male college graduates are holding out for better opportunities. This could have significant implications for future gender parity and the gender wage gap. While this trend...

Interview with Hanif Fazal: An Inside Look into the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Consultancy World

Aug 05, 2024

By Marion Davis In a continuing series of articles that define the offerings and benefits of training options within the diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) space, I have interviewed Hanif Fazal, the co-founder and managing partner of the Center for Equity and Inclusion , based out of Portland, Oregon. Hanif is also the author of the book An Other World . The Center for Equity and Inclusion (CEI) offers workshops, consulting, and...

Decoding Multigenerational Teams: Ditch the Playlist, Align with Learning Styles

Jul 09, 2024

I remember driving to Florida with my Mom and Dad, Brother and my Grandma. We had some cutting edge technology in the car - a tape deck. It was off the hook. You could put a tape in and listen to any music and not have to wait for the DJ to decide to play the song you liked! You could just pop the tape in and magically you’d be grooving to your favorite tunes. Trouble was, Dad came from the traditionalists generation, Mom came from the...

The Rise of Neuroinclusion as a Corporate Priority in 2024

Jul 08, 2024

By Marion Davis Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives are a major focus in today's social and corporate worlds. As part of employer brands, corporations have recognized the importance of demonstrating a commitment to social impact. However, with the backlash against improperly implemented racial equity initiatives in the US and with some negative connotations attached to DEI, organizations have consequently been in the market...

Survey Sheds Light on LGBTQIA+ Workplace Challenges and the Path to Inclusion

Jun 18, 2024

As diversity and inclusion rise to the top of workers' priorities, a new Randstad USA Workmonitor survey sheds light on a crucial, yet often overlooked, aspect of workplace inclusion: the LGBTQIA+ experience. As businesses strive for high-quality, diverse, and agile workforces, understanding the experiences and expectations of LGBTQIA+ employees is essential. "The insights from this survey equip employers to foster more inclusive...

Choosing the Right Diversity and Inclusion Training Agency for Your Organization

May 30, 2024

By Marion Davis In addition to partnering with recruiting agencies knowledgeable on lowering access barriers to improve diversity and inclusion, corporations can also use the services of diversity and inclusion consulting agencies. Working with consultants can allow these corporations to achieve various employee wellness and company growth goals connected to supporting a diverse workforce. What Is Diversity and Inclusion Training?...

Featured Employers: U.S. Steel Issues Annual DE&I Report

May 15, 2024

Each year many large corporations issue what is know as a DE&I report for shareholders. The latest to do so is U.S. Steel which has released their 3rd such report (below). A company DE&I report, which stands for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion report, serves a few key purposes: Transparency and Accountability: The main purpose is to be transparent about a company's efforts to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. It...

Attrition Rates for First-Generation Higher Education Students and the Impact on Equality in Lifetime Earning Potential

May 01, 2024

By Marion Davis In current times, the general public frequently discusses income inequality across demographic factors such as race, disability, and socioeconomic background. Within this discussion is a need to address the rising trend of poor retention rates for higher education students. With many high-paying jobs often including higher education requirements, a degree can become a key to unlock doors to a greater lifetime earning...

How AI Tools Can Support a Demand for Data-Driven DEI

Apr 04, 2024

By Marion Davis Within the field of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), the ethical use of robust artificial intelligence tools can improve the human experience in the workplace. Ongoing criticisms of DEI have remarked on the field’s focus on feel-good initiatives rather than data-driven initiatives . Under the greater umbrella of human resources, People Operations has grown in leaps and bounds as the answer to this desire for data to...

Next Generation Workforce Isn't Crazy About Current State of Workplace Inclusiveness

Mar 12, 2024

Many companies promote themselves as bastions of diversity and inclusion, but a recent study reveals a gap between perception and reality. This new research suggests Gen Z LGBTQ+ employees aren't buying it. Today Gen Z identifies as LGBTQ+ at nearly 6x the rate of Gen X1, and are expected to make up 30% of the total US workforce by 20302, highlighting disconnects in employee engagement that need to be addressed. And millennials continue to...

The Growing Bedbound Talent Pool: The Impact of the Surge of Spinal Leaks Among Women in the US

Mar 07, 2024

By Marion Davis Emphasizing inclusion for mostly and fully bedbound disabled talent in a company’s employer brand can create a mutually beneficial situation. In a review of an often-overlooked talent group, this article will address the intersectional group of the millions of positionally disabled working-age women with spinal leaks in the US. Companies can create a highly unique employer brand that stands out from competitors while...

The Future of the DEI Manager: How to Leverage a Passion for Diversity and Inclusion in a Volatile 2024

Feb 05, 2024

By Marion Davis Currently, the field of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) has come under fire. As an opinion piece in HR Dive noted, poorly structured DEI initiatives have presented a liability to companies, particularly with claims of discrimination in the workplace when one group of employees is supported and other groups are inadvertently disadvantaged. In a move to defund DEI programs, legislators have created bills targeting...

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