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

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It wasn’t until her white counterparts reported similar incidents that her department finally took action. 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. I was good at what I did.”

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Culturally Diverse Workforces Require Bespoke Mental Health Support

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There are barriers for specific minority groups to access mental health support in the workplace. Personalized mental health support is a solution to improving mental health outcomes at work, but this requires training, understanding, and insight into individual needs. According to Mental Health U.K., In the U.K.,

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Young Men In The UK Are Being Failed By The System — What Needs To Happen To Reverse This Worrying Unemployment Trend?

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The Resolution Foundation’s latest report on youth unemployment in the UK highlights the alarming trend that young men in the UK are experiencing high rates of worklessness. . Young women are still more likely than men to experience common mental health disorders (such as anxiety or depression), but the gap is decreasing.

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Apprenticeships Are Making a Comeback—Here’s Why

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Department of Labor reports a 6% growth in year-over-year data in 2023, with 641,044 apprenticeship positions at the beginning of 2024. In the AAI report on ROI , research showed that the median employer experienced a near $18,000 gain from apprenticeships. And it’s not just a post-pandemic or recent trend.

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There’s a Reason Your Free Time Is So Draining

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According to a 2021 study published in the International Journal of Research in Education and Science, when comparing university students who engage in active and passive activities, those engaged in passive activities had lower perceived health outcomes and levels of happiness. We choose the path of least resistance. You’ll be glad you did.

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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. Companies listed on their website include 3M, ADP, CVS Health, Amazon and Kohl’s, among others. What is the 4+1 commitment?

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How Hiring Virtual Assistants Can Boost Employee Performance and Work-Life Balance

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Laith Masarweh, founder and CEO of Assistantly, an agency that connects businesses with virtual assistants around the world, says that in the third quarter of 2022, bosses hiring VAs for their employees increased significantly, by 10% to 15% of Assistantly’s business. Why might your team need to hire virtual assistants?

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