A bill to "dismantle" DEI was introduced in Congress.  

Employers are increasingly focusing on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, but DEI policies and practices often overlook issues relating to gender identity.  

Diversity efforts are not synonymous with discrimination.   

Chief Justice Roberts did say, "eliminating race discrimination means eliminating all of it."

The New England winter brings its usual charm in our neck of the wood, but for me, the excitement lies elsewhere - catching up on Oscar-nominated films before the big night. As the Oscar season approaches, I eagerly anticipate hosting my annual Oscar Party - a cherished tradition that brings together friends, family, fashion, film, and food. However, this year, the buzz surrounding the awards had a distinct undercurrent. The Academy's 2020 commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives sparked a range of opinions regarding this year's nominees and the selection process.

Today is National Equal Pay Day. They say that the average woman has to work from January 1, 2023, through March 12, 2024, to make as much money as a man who worked only in calendar year 2023.

While there are many conversations around the gender pay gap theory (for FAQs about the gender pay gap, read this), it’s still important for employers to ensure that their employees are paid equitably and without regard to race, sex, or any other legally protected characteristic. And it’s increasingly important for employers to be aware of – and comply with – any pay transparency laws that apply to them. 

So, in honor of the occasion, here are some tips on how employers can ensure that they are doing the right thing by their employees. 

We are monitoring any developments regarding the Respect for Marriage Act – and employers should be prepared to act quickly to review any impact on their employment policies and benefits plans.

As Pride Month draws to a close, employers should focus on how to create a more inclusive workplace throughout the year.

What should employers consider in light of the Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade.

Yesterday, my son and his friends were talking through a song they were recording, as I heard him say, “today is Juneteenth, we should put a line in our song about it.” I thought, wow…that’s really awesome. However, another friend responded, “wait, I know we have today off, but what really is Juneteenth anyway?” Of course, that was my cue to chime in with a short history lesson.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion has been the bedrock of our firm since we opened over 75 years ago. As we like to say, it is in our DNA. We believe that to foster diverse leadership and urge diversity of thought, we must do what we can to advance the conversation about diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging in the workplace and the communities in which our workplaces thrive. Through our blog, we share our insights from the perspective of both an employer and employee, regarding emerging issues that affect diverse leaders and workforces. We hope you enjoy our tidbits of legal and practical information, wisdom, and humor. Thanks for joining the conversation!

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