A recent Supreme Court decision has made it clear that DEI is not dead, and employers must still assess job transfers for fairness. See Muldrow v. City of St. Louis, Missouri, et al, 601 US ___ …
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Understanding the NYS Model Sexual Harassment Policy: FAQs for Employers
In this series of posts, we are breaking down the elements of New York State (NYS)'s Model Sexual Harassment Policy. For some of you, the mandatory training, policy, and postings might seem like more …
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Understanding the NYS Model Sexual Harassment Policy: FAQs from Employees
Navigating sexual harassment policies can sometimes feel like wading through a sea of bureaucracy, especially when you need them most. If you are experiencing sexual harassment at work, first know …
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Understanding the NYS Model Sexual Harassment Policy: Who Is Covered?
In New York (NY), all employers must have a sexual harassment prevention policy that meets specific criteria. In this series of posts, we are breaking down the elements of the State's Model Sexual …
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Understanding the NYS Model Sexual Harassment Policy: Generally
In New York (NY), sexual harassment is against federal, state, and local law. It is a form of sex discrimination that hinders individuals' abilities to find and maintain gainful employment, which is …
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Case Study: Kim Navigates Sexual Assault Allegations in His Workplace
DISCLAIMER: This post gives a general overview of how a workplace sexual assault allegation might play out. It is not legal advice, and I am not your attorney. If you require information or advice …
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Fostering Inclusion: We Must Be the Change We Wish to See
I still find it strange that organizations thriving on exclusivity are leading conversations about inclusion. As one of my closest friends often says, "It's easy to have strong opinions on such issues …
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Break the Cycle: How Trauma-Informed Management Can Help Employers Support Their Teams
Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) is important because one of your employees might be grappling with the impact of sexual assault. Your trauma-informed management can make a dramatic …
Creating an Empowering Workplace: How Employers Can Support Survivors Beyond SAAM
As we come to the end of the first week of Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), we ask that employers not jump quickly to the next awareness month, marketing campaign, or series of events. Sexual …
What Is Considered Sexual Assault?
This year's Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) theme is Building Connected Communities because it takes collaboration among organizations and communities to cause lasting change. As the National …