DE Talk | The Value of ERGs: Building a Trustworthy Environment for ID&E Conversations

DE Talk | The Value of ERGs: Building a Trustworthy Environment for ID&E Conversations

Season 4 • Episode 8

In recognition of Ramadan and Arab American Heritage Month in April, we sat down with Raheef Alturkmani, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist for Inclusion, Diversity & Equity (ID&E) at Dow, to discuss best practices for building employee resource groups (ERGs) that thrive. In addition, he shares details of the organization’s Middle East & North Africa (MENA) ERG and how having passionate leaders and planning activities and initiatives around employee interests are key to their success.

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OFCCP Week In Review: March 6, 2023

OFCCP Week In Review: March 6, 2023

  • NLRB Advice Memo: Workplace Discussions of Racism Are NLRA-Protected Concerted Activity (Even for Non-Unionized Employees)
  • Amid Political Controversy, President Biden Announced He Will Nominate Julie Su for Labor Secretary
  • New DE Talk Podcast Discussed How Veteran & Military Spouse Hiring Fits into DEIA Plans
  • In a Courageous Political Act of Folly, The Biden White House Ordered OFCCP to Publish Its Final Rule Rescinding Trump’s Religious Exemption
  • Three Town Halls on Initial Proposals to Overhaul Federal Race & Ethnicity Data Collections Announced
  • U.S. EEOC Revealed Big Jump in Commissioner Charges in FY 2022
  • DirectEmployers Member Engagement Team Earns Bronze Award for Customer Service During 2023 Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service
  • In Brief
  • Looking Ahead: Upcoming Date Reminders
DE Talk | Skilled, Vetted & Ready: DEIA at the Heart of Veteran & Military Spouse Hiring

DE Talk | Skilled, Vetted & Ready: DEIA at the Heart of Veteran & Military Spouse Hiring

Season 4 • Episode 7

Conversations surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion remain a focus in 2023 – but where do veterans fall into these plans, and how can employers keep them included in these discussions? Tune in as DirectEmployers Kim Lott and Denise Lewis of VetJobs get down to the heart of veteran diversity, and share how these men and women who bravely served our country represent one of the most diverse hiring groups spanning culture, race, gender, disability, sexuality, age, nationality and more.

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DE Talk | Pro Tips for Celebrating Holidays Inclusively at Work

DE Talk | Pro Tips for Celebrating Holidays Inclusively at Work

Season 4 • Episode 5

How your organization celebrates holidays at work impacts your culture and employee experience. When you recognize your employees’ backgrounds, you help create a culture of belonging, whereas ignoring your employees’ identities may lead to disengagement and increased turnover. Tune in to today’s podcast as DirectEmployers’ Candee Chambers and Mikey Meagher share practical tips and guidance on how to show employees you value differences and welcome them to bring their whole selves to work – holiday celebrations and all.

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