How To Recognize the Juneteenth Holiday as Part of DEIB Initiatives
By:
Amy McAndrew |
06.16.23 |
DEI Update
Two years ago, President Joe Biden signed into law the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act, designating Juneteenth as the eleventh federally recognized public holiday. While the bill did not impose any requirements on private employers, employers should be aware of...
6 Ways to Celebrate Pride in your Workplace
By:
Amy McAndrew |
06.02.23 |
DEI Update
Around the world, June is recognized as Pride Month, which is a time to celebrate LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer) culture and support LGBTQ+ rights. Celebrating Pride is an important part of any employer’s diversity, equity, inclusion and b...
6 Ways to Celebrate Women’s History Month in Your Workplace
By:
Amy McAndrew |
03.13.23 |
DEI Update
March is Women’s History Month, and March 8, 2023 is International Women’s Day, both times to celebrate women’s contributions to history and the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. Observing these occasions can be an import...
DEI and the Law: Pronouns in the Workplace
By:
MEAadmin |
06.23.21 |
Events, DEI Update,
Ciana Williams, MEA’s Senior Employment Counsel and Diversity and Inclusion Leader, talked about the importance of pronouns in the workplace at our 14th Annual HR & Employment Law Conference.
According to Ciana, there are four major elements...