by John C. Fox | May 3, 2021 | Week In Review (WIR)
- The Oscars Made History – New Accessibility Standards Are Here!
- OFCCP Director Sets The Stage For What’s To Come: CSALS and OFCCP Audit Selection Methodology to Continue
- OFCCP Announced A New Course – But You May Want To Wait
- Confusion Surrounding the White House Task Force on Unionizing
- Women in Apprenticeships and Nontraditional Occupations Grant Program
- Is The Cost Of 13 Keystrokes An Accurate “Burden” Of The Uniformed Guidelines on Employee Selection Procedures?
- Federal Contractors Beware – New Minimum Wage Coming
- Connections Between COVID-19 and Civil Rights Examined
- OSHA Turned 50!
- EARN Seeks to Ask Individuals with Disabilities What Might Influence Them to Self-Identify
- Tip Rule Continues to Evolve
- Reminder: Essential Workers – Essential Protections Training Initiative
- Military Spouse Appreciation Day Event
by John C. Fox | Apr 12, 2021 | Week In Review (WIR)
- Open Virtual Meeting on Veteran Employment & Employer Outreach
- Bill Introduced To End Subminimum Wage for Individuals with Disabilities
- ODEP, OFCCP, and Women’s Bureau To Host National Dialogue Seeking Equity in Employment for Historically Underserved Individuals with Disabilities
- Disability:IN Shared Disability Inclusive Illustrations
- President Biden’s Budget to Enforce Federal Contractor Obligations
- President Biden Announced Nominee To Head OSHA
by Kacie Koons | Mar 25, 2021 | Networking and Education
Diversity, equity, & inclusion (DEI) have rightfully been a hot topic as of late, but it’s important to remember that this includes not only individuals of varying race, ethnicity, gender, and sexual preference, but also individuals with disabilities. In order to...
by Candee Chambers | Dec 8, 2020 | Podcast
Season 2 • Episode 4
Curveballs have been thrown left and right during 2020, but many transformations remain for the OFCCP, and subsequently federal contractors, as a new administration transitions into power. During this podcast, I sat down with employment law expert John C. Fox of Fox, Wang & Morgan to discuss what contractors need to be mindful of in 2021 and the regulatory agenda the Biden Administration is set to enact in its first term. This is an episode you don’t want to miss as it’s filled with intricate details of the White House transition of power and the emphasis that will soon be placed on pay inequality, nondiscrimination protections for individuals with disabilities, and much more!
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by John C. Fox | Oct 26, 2020 | Week In Review (WIR)
- USDOL Boasts OFCCP’s Monetary Settlements
- Ensure Emerging Technologies are Accessible
- OFCCP Launched Executive Order 13950 Landing Page
- OFCCP Seeks Information on Contractor D&I Training Programs
- NLRB Chairman Defends Ethics Report
- The 2020 State of the Industry Survey, D&I and Remote Work Reign Supreme
- Mark Your Calendar
by John C. Fox | Oct 19, 2020 | Week In Review (WIR)
- U.S. Secretary of Labor Commemorates Columbus Day and American Heritage
- Comment Now on Developing Jobs for Individuals with Disabilities
- Sam Maiden Heads To Retirement
- Removing the Obstacles for a Fully Inclusive Workforce
- Jocelyn Samuels (and later) Andrea Lucas Sworn in as EEOC Commissioners
- Comment Now on Veteran Employment
- EEOC Charge Filing Goes Digital and “No Cause” Determinations Clarified to Not Mean Claims have No Merit
- Disability Staff Training Resources In Support of NDEAM
- Howard Jenkins Jr. Inducted into the Government Hall of Fame
- OFCCP Revamped Its Employment Referral Resource Directory
by Candee Chambers | Oct 13, 2020 | Podcast
Season 2 • Episode 2
When hitting a roadblock, Janet Fiore’s motto is always, “We can figure this out,” and that’s precisely what she did in the realm of disability education. Having a fear of getting it wrong or trying to figure out where to start was a challenge, and the results often lead to overcompensating or overreaching. Janet has cultivated a safe space for learners in The Sierra Group’s DisabilityEtiquette© course and DisabilityRecruiter© Certification. During this podcast, Janet discusses her initial draw to assistive technology, the work of The Sierra Group and its foundation and role in the disability space, and how employers can remove the obstacles to have a fully inclusive workforce.
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by Kacie Koons | Aug 13, 2020 | Networking and Education
The onset of the coronavirus left workers everywhere grappling to deal with the “new normal” of working from home, but for individuals with disabilities (IWDs), the change has been a welcome improvement and has subsequently led to enhanced work conditions and morale...
by Kacie Koons | Jun 24, 2020 | Networking and Education
For over a century, employers have had the duty of ensuring diverse individuals are incorporated within their workplaces, and the task remains just as crucial today. Whether you have a dedicated individual in charge of this effort or an official program run throughout...
by Candee Chambers | Dec 10, 2019 | Podcast
Season 1 • Episode 3
Many organizations are working hard to create an inviting culture for individuals with disabilities, but sometimes fall short when it comes to the application process. In this episode, Jennifer Polcer and Ruth Toombs share tips and takeaways for creating an attractive career site that is OFCCP compliant and accessible to all.
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