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How Discrimination in the Workplace Impacts Black Women’s Health & Well-Being

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The experience took a toll on her mental health. Watson, a licensed social worker who works for a federal agency, was diagnosed with clinical depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder. A trauma-like effect on Black women’s health For more than 15 years, Sierra Carter, Ph.D., I was good at what I did.”

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The Dominican Republic is Set to Trial the 4-Day Work Week

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The four-day pilot program is led by the country’s government and is aiming to improve worker’s health and well-being while promoting sustainable and environmentally friendly productivity, as stated by Labour Minister Luis Miguel de Camps. The Dominican Republic’s experiment follows in the footsteps of the U.K.’s

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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Announces the 4+1 Commitment to Reduce the Military Spouse Unemployment Rate

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On March 6, the VA released news that they are making “historic commitments to hire and support military spouses,” piggybacking off the recent Biden-Harris administration report promoting the same value. Other companies such as Comcast, NextDoor and Johnson & Johnson are original signatories.

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Apprenticeships Are Making a Comeback—Here’s Why

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The government also reports increases in some industries beyond the trades, such as plumbing, electrical and other common apprentice fields including public administration, educational services, health care, social assistance and others. And it’s not just a post-pandemic or recent trend. What is an apprenticeship?

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A Single Disaster Kills 40% Of Businesses — Stop Putting Off Contingency Planning

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All companies should have a business continuity plan in place to protect themselves from unforeseen challenges. Data published in the PwC Global Crisis and Resilience Survey 2023 reveals that 91% of companies have experienced at least one event, other than the pandemic, that has “disrupted their business in the last two years.”

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What Every Business Needs To Know About The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

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Your company may need a designated space for breastfeeding or pumping if there is not already one. The law seeks to address situations where pregnant employees may face discrimination, such as being fired, denied a promotion, or not receiving the same benefits or accommodations as non-pregnant employees. What does the PWFA Enforce?

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Hostile Work Environments Are Pushing 52% Of Black Women Out Of The UK’s Workforce

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Financial Times Stock Exchange 100 Index revealed a complete absence of Black Chairs, Chief Executives and Chief Financial Officers within these blue-chip companies. Many companies spoke about positive change and committed to eradicating discrimination within the workplace. The most recent U.K. Black men and women across the U.K.