In a diverse workforce, employees of various backgrounds, experiences and ages come together to drive a business forward. Unfortunately, not all employers embrace diversity within a company as one of its core values. For a myriad of reasons, discrimination still...
A lot of people rise to supervisory, managerial and even executive levels without ever having any real training in how to manage – let alone inspire – those who work for them. Some of these people may be talented and intelligent, but that doesn’t mean they have any...
Most people who experience pervasive discrimination in the workplace find that it impacts their lives in multiple ways. Of course, it can make the work environment nearly intolerable, but it may also trickle down to affect other parts of your life. Unfortunately, most...
Have you ever heard the term “ethical AI”? If you’re like most Americans, this is a term that probably doesn’t hold much meaning to you beyond its obvious intent of promoting artificial intelligence activity that is somehow particularly ethical. “How can AI activities...
You may feel overwhelmed and frustrated due to discrimination at your workplace. However, before throwing in the towel and leaving your job, it is essential to consider a few crucial factors that could lead to a more empowering outcome. First, it may help to know you...
Although pregnancy is a natural part of life, it can cause related conditions that may temporarily disable a pregnant woman. For example, many pregnancies put women at risk of blood pressure, anemia and other problems. Some employers do not believe these issues...
Age discrimination occurs when a worker is treated unfairly or less favorably because of age. While it can affect both young and old workers, it is more common for more senior employees to face discrimination due to stereotypes and biases. Laws at both the state and...
When you leave home for work, you are legally entitled to compensation for your hard work without concern for your age, race, religion, gender or nationality of origin. Wage or pay discrimination happens when your employer pays you less than your co-workers who...
A reasonable accommodation is a modification or adjustment made by an employer to accommodate an employee or job applicant's disability or medical condition. It's all in the spirit of promoting equal working opportunities for all. In California, employers with five or...
In the twenty-first century, it is hard to think that sexual discrimination could still be an issue in any industry. Unfortunately, workplace discrimination due to gender remains alive and well in many sectors of the job market. From unequal pay between men and women...
