'Exhausting': Workplaces failing women of colour Progress to prevent discrimination against women of colour in workplaces is going backwards and employers have been urged to do more to protect workers. AAP · Oct 21, 2024
Are academics more likely to answer emails from ‘Melissa’ or ‘Rahul’? The answer may not surprise you Universities are supposed to be places where all students can learn, free from discrimination. The Conversation · Oct 21, 2024
Bailiff who took emotional support dog on jobs loses discrimination case Deborah Cullingford argued yorkshire terrier helped her deal with strain of her Leeds job and aftermath of cancer The Guardian - UK · Oct 18, 2024
B.C. election: Debate over the rights of gender-diverse youth continues as their school safety declines The treatment of sexual minority and gender-diverse youth in Canadian schools continues to be a contentious issue among parents and political parties, particularly in provinces like Alberta and British Columbia. The Conversation · Oct 17, 2024
Paris Saint-Germain Faces Discrimination Investigation Over Player Profiling Paris prosecutors reopen investigation into PSG for alleged discriminatory scouting practices, including illegal profiling of recruits based on origins. Top News · Oct 17, 2024
Canadian Uber Drivers At Risk Of Earning Less Due To New AI-based Pay Model Protested By US Drivers Uber claims its new AI-based pay model offers greater transparency and choice for drivers, but some worry that it could lead to lower earnings and higher fares. International Business Times UK · Oct 17, 2024
British BAME and foreign doctors ‘suffer discrimination throughout careers’ GMC’s chief executive says report is ‘shaming’ and BMA urges NHS to make working environment more inclusive The Guardian - UK · Oct 16, 2024
'More than hurtful words': Australia's systemic racism Racism is embedded in Australian society, according to a new report which has found it leads to marginalised groups receiving lesser health care and education. AAP · Oct 16, 2024
Pentagon Upgrades Discharges For LGBTQ Military Personnel Pentagon upgrades over 800 military personnel to honorable discharges post 'don’t ask, don’t tell' policy, rectifying past LGBTQ discrimination. Top News · Oct 16, 2024
Lufthansa Hit With Largest Fine Ever By Federal Agency For Civil Rights Violation: What Happened And How Much Is It? Lufthansa has been slapped with a $4 million fine, the largest ever for civil rights violations, after barring 128 Jewish passengers from a flight in May 2022. International Business Times UK · Oct 16, 2024
MP breaks party ranks on transgender birth certificates A NSW Liberal MP has broken with ranks and accused her leaders of fearmongering over laws that make it easier for transgender people modify birth certificates. AAP · Oct 15, 2024
3 things middle-aged women should focus on to thrive Leaders in menopause and aging spoke at the Fortune Most Powerful Women Summit about how to take control over your health and happiness as you age. Fortune · Oct 15, 2024
Democrats Urge Companies To Maintain Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Programs Democrats advocate for maintaining DEI programs amidst corporate cutbacks and legal challenges. Top News · Oct 15, 2024
Members of Congress call on companies to retain DEI programs as court cases grind on A group of Democrats in Congress is appealing to the largest U.S. companies to hold onto their diversity, equity and inclusion programs The Independent UK · Oct 15, 2024
International Business Times UK · Oct 15, 2024 Black Worker Sues US Company After They Sent Police To His Home For A 'Wellness Check' During His Medical Leave A Black Workday employee sued the company for racial and disability discrimination after the company sent police to his home for a wellness check.
International Business Times · Oct 14, 2024 Passenger Claims To Be 'Sovereign Ruler' In Wild Frontier Airlines Meltdown Over Forgotten Phone She accused the flight crew of discrimination, claiming they would have stopped the plane if she were white and wearing a suit.
The Conversation · Oct 14, 2024 Two decades after decriminalisation, NZ’s sex workers still need protection from discrimination It has been two decades since New Zealand decriminalised sex work. And while sex workers have workplace rights, they still worry about the risks of discrimination in everyday life.
The Independent UK · Oct 14, 2024 Lilly Ledbetter, an icon of the fight for equal pay, has died at 86 Former President Barack Obama signed into law the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act
The Conversation · Oct 14, 2024 Too many kids face bullying rooted in social power imbalances — and educators can help prevent this Being at school among peers and friends can be exciting and positive for many children and youth. But, too many kids in Canada face the reality of being bullied because of some aspect of who they are.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 13, 2024 Muslims in India face discrimination after restaurants forced to display workers’ names Muslim business owners in two states fear policy will lead to targeted attacks or economic boycotts
Reason · Oct 11, 2024 What Happens When FEMA Buys Your House? As hurricane damage mounts, the government is buying—and sometimes seizing—homes in flood-prone areas, sparking concerns over property rights and accusations of discrimination.
The National (Scotland) · Oct 11, 2024 Anger as Edinburgh student paper accused of anti-Scottish discrimination STUDENTS have expressed anger after a Scottish university news outlet made a series of “ignorant” remarks appearing to discriminate against…
The Guardian - UK · Oct 10, 2024 BFI apologises to film-maker over racial discrimination complaint CEO Ben Roberts admits Faisal Qureshi has been ‘let down’ after report finds his complaint was badly handled
The Conversation · Oct 10, 2024 LGBTQ rights: Where do Harris and Trump stand? Polls show that LGBTQ rights will likely factor into most Americans’ pick for president this November as they choose between former Republican President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, a Democrat.
Top News · Oct 9, 2024 Former NFL Media Journalist Settles Discrimination Lawsuit With NFL Former NFL Media journalist settles lawsuit with NFL, establishing scholarship foundation for HBCU students. Lawsuit involved discrimination claims and all...