Workforce
The Federal Government Paid Out Nearly $70 Million From Discrimination Cases in 2020
A majority of the 14,000 cases filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission by federal workers alleged retaliation.
Workforce
State to End Severe Restrictions on Disabled Individuals Entering Foreign Service
The department will pay out $37.5 million as part of a settlement that will make it easier for people with disabilities to serve in the government's diplomatic corps abroad.
Workforce
Better Data Is Needed for Evidence-Based DEIA Policies
Temilola Afolabi joins the podcast to discuss how agencies can improve data collection for equity.
Tech
Needed: More and Better Data for a More Equitable Federal Workforce
The federal government needs quality data systems in place to measure how well education and training programs are preparing skilled workers.
Workforce
Report: 39% Federal Leaders Rate Accessibility as a Top Priority
Budget constraints and old technology add challenges to fully realizing digital accessibility.
Workforce
The Generational Shift Needs to Happen in the Federal Workforce
Anthony Fauci and Max Stier join the podcast to discuss hiring more young people into public service.
Workforce
Biden Administration Releases First-Ever Report on Diversity in Federal Government
The report reflects marginal gains in representation for women and some communities of color.
Defense
The Military Must Recruit More Women, Immigrants for the Future Force, Experts Say
At symposium on building the all-volunteer force of 2040, panelists push back on criticism of diversity initiatives.
Oversight
OPM Has Replaced Its Embattled CFO Following Harassment Report
The Defense Department inspector general recently substantiated complaints that the senior executive sexually harassed subordinates and used racial slurs.
Oversight
'There's a Lot of Work to be Done' to Even the Gender Playing Field in Business
National Women's Business Council member Jaime Gloshay joins the podcast to discuss what women entrepreneurs and business owners face.
Workforce
OPM Guidance Lays Out Vision for ‘Exceptional’ Internship Programs at Agencies
Agencies should expand the number of interns they hire each year, among other things.
Oversight
OPM Official Accused of Using N-Word, Sexual Harassment During His Tenure at Defense
OPM confirmed it is reviewing the inspector general’s report.
Workforce
Diversity of U.S. Workplaces Is Growing in Terms of Race, Ethnicity and Age – Forcing More Employers to Be Flexible
Employers need good strategies to hire and retain more workers of color and older workers. The mandatory diversity training and requisite skills tests many of them now rely on don’t measure up.
Management
How Federal Agencies Can Use Data to Promote Fair Housing
Historical and current housing data is a critical tool for advancing racial equity.
Management
House Democrats Look to Bolster the Biden Administration’s Equity Push
A pair of bills would establish a series of councils focused on breaking down racial equity barriers to federal service delivery and would require agencies to set goals upon which to measure their progress.
Oversight
Biden’s Judicial Nominations Have Set Records for Diversity, but Dozens Remain Unconfirmed
The president has prioritized nominating people from underrepresented backgrounds in terms of race, gender and professional experience, but advocates say there’s still ‘a long way to go.’
Workforce
GovExec Daily: Making Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Work for the Federal Workforce
OPM's Janice Underwood joins the podcast to discuss her role as Director of the Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility .
Workforce
Not Many Federal Law Enforcement Officers Are Women. The Marshals Service Is Looking to Change That
The nation’s oldest federal law enforcement agency sees diversity as “mission essential,” said its director.
Management
A Look at Trailblazing Women at the U.S. Marshals Service Over the Years
The nation’s oldest federal law enforcement agency recently signed onto a pledge to boost female recruitment.
Workforce
The Consumer Protection Bureau's Union Is Pushing for Better Pay, Fewer Pay Gaps
CFPB employee representatives said the agency is dragging its feet on plans to reduce gender and racial pay gaps, as well as to comply with federal law requiring compensation comparable with other financial regulators.
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