Jena McGregor is a Forbes senior editor who covers the future of work, leadership strategy, workplace trends and careers. She joined Forbes in October 2021 and is based in Atlanta.
In this week’s Future of Work newsletter, Forbes speaks with SHRM ’s CEO about the online firestorm over its diversity and inclusion rebrand—plus more of the latest policy, AI and workplace headlines.This is the published version of Forbes' Future of Work newsletter, which offers the latest news for chief human resources officers and other talent managers on disruptive technologies, managing the workforce and trends in the remote work debate.
So why make any changes? That’s the question many raised on LinkedIn, in a torrent of comments that called the decision “.” Taking the “E” out of the name sends the wrong signal, said Sarah Reynolds, the chief marketing officer for HR tech firm HiBob, in an emailed statement. “HR organizations need to lead the charge in making sure we are celebrating and investing in diversity and inclusion, but making sure that equity is never pushed to the side.
Taylor said he was “surprised” by the criticism, sharing that as of mid-day Thursday, about 44% of the 900-plus online comments at that time were positive—while 56% were negative. “I think it speaks to the division, the very divisive nature and polarizing nature of any conversation around diversity, inclusion, equity, accessibility and belonging,” he said.
Society For Human Resource Management Johnny C. Taylor Jr. DEI Equity Chevron Intuit Samsung Electronics Google Diversity And Inclusion
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Potential Sixers Trade Target Will Land on Rival Team in Major TradeThe Philadelphia 76ers saw the Brooklyn Nets send a star to the New York Knicks.
Read more »
Red Sox Could Acquire Ex-Yankees Star To Bolster Rotation With Major TradeThe Boston Red Sox should be open for business with the trade deadline quickly approaching. How will they handle it?
Read more »
Sixers Rival’s Recent Trade Had Major Impact on Zach LaVine MarketThe Philadelphia 76ers seem unlikely to kick the tires on a trade for Zach LaVine after the Chicago Bulls' recent trade.
Read more »
OG Anunoby's status among five major questions for Knicks after Mikal Bridges tradeThe Post’s Stefan Bondy answers five important questions about the deal.
Read more »
Golden State Warriors GM Reveals Truth About Major Trade RumorsThe Golden State Warriors may not make a big trade
Read more »
MLB Trade Deadline Suffers Major Shakeup as Coveted Starting Pitcher Hits ILNext month's Major League Baseball Trade Deadline suffered a major shakeup thanks to a highly-coveted starting pitcher hitting the injured list.
Read more »