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Return to Office Policies Risk Diversity, Experts Warn

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Research suggests that such policies disproportionately affect women, minorities, caregivers, and neurodiverse employees, potentially driving them to quit or seek more flexible opportunities elsewhere, according to The Washington Post. Workplace experts warn that inflexible policies could lead to a less diverse workforce over time.

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Why Offices Should Progress At The Same Pace As Workplace Policies

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Workplace policies have made decades of progress in just a little over two years, so why shouldn’t offices follow suit? . Cubicles are officially outdated, but the post-pandemic workplace has become slightly synonymous with stress and anxiety. . So what can leaders do to address these changes? .

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Apple Drops Concealment Policy That Restricted Employees From Speaking About Workplace Issues

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Apple has lifted its gag clause , which barred employees from coming forward and openly talking about sensitive workplace topics. . Previously, employee contracts included concealment policies, keeping workers from being able to speak freely about issues they may experience in the workplace. .

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Employers Beware: There Are Rising Legal Risks Of Rigid RTO Policies

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Thomas Foley, executive director of the National Disability Institute, noted that he has “great concerns” for RTO for people with disabilities, including transportation to and from work, workplace accessibility and the potential to encounter micro or larger aggressions.

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Apple’s AI Policy Sparks Dialogue on Ethical AI Use

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As AI tools become more prevalent in workplaces, organizations must establish measures to mitigate risks and safeguard sensitive information from potential leaks or misuse. The tech company’s policy shift may influence other businesses and organizations to reevaluate their own AI policies and ethical considerations.

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Pay Equity Is The Most Valued DEI Policy For Professionals

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Boasting a diverse and inclusive workplace are no longer just marketing tactics to lure in customers and top talent — they are a necessity for business longevity. . While workplace equity includes various subsectors, employees most value equal pay according to research analyst Josh Bersin’s HR Predictions for 2022 report. . “[E]quitable

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Confronting The Bystander Effect In Workplace Harassment: 5 Strategies To Create A Bully-Free Workplace

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One of the most toxic behaviors that can infiltrate the office environment is workplace bullying. By recognizing bullying, cultivating empathy, encouraging open communication, implementing anti-bullying policies, and providing bystander intervention training, individuals and organizations can combat workplace bullying effectively.

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