Multiculturalism

Statement - New Parliament must confront racism in Canada

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Discrimination, Articles, Race and society, Humans, Racism, Multiculturalism

There is an urgent need to reunite our country.

Key Points: 
  • There is an urgent need to reunite our country.
  • Parliament must also continue to advance reconciliation with Indigenous peoples, and address the legacy of racist laws and policies that continue to impact their daily lives.
  • "A country that stands for diversity, freedom and inclusion must not stand by and allow racism, intolerance and inequality to undermine our peace and prosperity.
  • Whether you make these urgent human rights issues your priority or you ignore them they will be a part of your legacy."

Kaspersky Finds Only 37% of Enterprises Implement Programs for Women in Cybersecurity

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Women, Software, Networks, Internet, Data management, Technology, Consumer, Security, Human resource management, Multiculturalism, Affirmative action, Corporate social responsibility, Diversity, Human activities, Humans, Human behavior

According to a survey from 451 Research , only 37% of enterprises have or have considered applying for formal programs that encourage women to participate in cybersecurity.

Key Points: 
  • According to a survey from 451 Research , only 37% of enterprises have or have considered applying for formal programs that encourage women to participate in cybersecurity.
  • Additionally, in 45% of enterprises, the number of women working in IT security departments is less than that of the companys workforce.
  • While some enterprises do have diversity initiatives in place, women only constitute 39% of the labor force and 25% of management positions worldwide.
  • Perspectives on a role report commissioned by Kaspersky, 45% of CISOs confirmed that women are under-represented in their department.

Paradigm REACH Brings Impactful Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Training Online

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, October 16, 2019
Human resource management, Human behavior, Articles, Humans, Epistemology of science, Multiculturalism, Aesthetics, Consensus reality, Paradigm, Bias, Onboarding, Diversity

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Paradigm today announced Paradigm REACH , an eLearning solution that enables companies to deliver diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) training with proven impact to any employee, anywhere, anytime.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Paradigm today announced Paradigm REACH , an eLearning solution that enables companies to deliver diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) training with proven impact to any employee, anywhere, anytime.
  • "Now, with Paradigm REACH, companies can finally scale research-based, action-oriented DEI training they can embed REACH into onboarding, train distributed global workforces, and offer ongoing refresher courses.
  • The first Paradigm REACH course Inclusion at Work: Managing Unconscious Bias addresses the importance of DEI, provides tips to recognize and manage unconscious bias in work-specific contexts, and helps employees build skills to foster a more inclusive workplace.
  • Several companies in retail, professional services, and technology were given early access to Paradigm REACH.

Metadata.io Selected as Best Tech Workplace for Diversity at Timmy Awards

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, October 15, 2019
Affirmative action, Corporate social responsibility, Diversity, Human resource management, Multiculturalism, Human activities, Humans, Human behavior

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 15, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Tech in Motion announced Metadata.io ( https://www.metadata.io/ ), the AI-powered marketing operations platform, as Best Tech Workplace for Diversity winner at the 2019 annual Timmy Awards ceremony in front of hundreds of local tech executives, entrepreneurs and enthusiasts.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 15, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Tech in Motion announced Metadata.io ( https://www.metadata.io/ ), the AI-powered marketing operations platform, as Best Tech Workplace for Diversity winner at the 2019 annual Timmy Awards ceremony in front of hundreds of local tech executives, entrepreneurs and enthusiasts.
  • "Diversity is more than just a trending topic, it's a necessity for innovation in all industries, not only in tech, and the companies awarded a Timmy exemplify that."
  • The selection criteria for the Best Tech Workplace for Diversity is based on the following:
    Metadata's international team encompasses employees of varying ages from many different backgrounds and locations around the world.
  • Throughout October, Tech in Motion is hosting Timmy Award ceremonies across 10 tech hubs in North America this month to celebrate the best tech workplaces.

Insight Partners Launches Faces of Change Executive Leadership Academy to Drive Diversity, Inclusion and Excellence in the Software Industry

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Human resource management, Multiculturalism, Insight Partners, Diversity, Human activities, Humans, Human behavior

Insight Partners will provide executives from its portfolio with resources, network and coaching to support development, leadership and advancement of female and minority employees.

Key Points: 
  • Insight Partners will provide executives from its portfolio with resources, network and coaching to support development, leadership and advancement of female and minority employees.
  • The program was formalized after the overwhelming success of Insight Partners' first Faces of Change Summit held in New York City on August 1, 2019.
  • Insight Partners' investment in the Faces of Change Executive Leadership Academy builds on this foundation and ensures female executives have the support to succeed.
  • "We believe that diversity and inclusion is a critical factor for success, and we are reinforcing our commitment to re-shape the software industry's composition with the launch of the Faces of Change Executive Leadership Academy."

Aptology Launches First and Only Fit-to-Role™ Platform to Increase Revenue Through Better Hiring, While Achieving Higher Retention and Diversity.

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Human resource management, Multiculturalism, Workplace, Diversity, Attrition, Humans, Human activities, Human behavior

Customers using the Aptology platform have increased revenue by doubling their success rate in hiring top performers.

Key Points: 
  • Customers using the Aptology platform have increased revenue by doubling their success rate in hiring top performers.
  • The platform combines behavioral science, AI and objective success metrics to help companies increase revenue through better hiring while achieving higher retention and diversity.
  • "Aptology brings that knowledge and the power of machine learning to hiring, performance and retention issues facing the modern workplace."
  • Leading brands have enjoyed the benefits of the Aptology platform and delivered increased revenue, increased diversity and reduced unwanted attrition.

Brodeur Partners research shows morale, productivity and loyalty are much higher in diverse workplaces

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
Human resource management, Identity politics, Articles, Humans, Human behavior, Multiculturalism, Discrimination, Workplace, Net Promoter, Diversity

Morale is more than twice as likely to be rated "excellent" in very diverse workplaces, according to the online survey of 1,592 Americans.

Key Points: 
  • Morale is more than twice as likely to be rated "excellent" in very diverse workplaces, according to the online survey of 1,592 Americans.
  • Company loyalty, as expressed by net promoter score , is +46 for "very diverse" workplaces and only -1.4 for less diverse workplaces.
  • "Diversity drives business results, and the evidence continues to mount," said Angela Hayes, Brodeur Partners' senior vice president of diversity and inclusion.
  • Twelve percent (12%) of employees in very diverse workplaces answered with a 0 to 6, categorizing them as "detractors."

IGT Selected to Join Steering Group Developing New Workplace Diversity Code of Practice

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
Education, Humans, Articles, Human resource management, Multiculturalism, Corporate social responsibility, Affirmative action, Diversity, Inclusion, Workplace

The group is committed to developing a global diversity, equality, and inclusion standard applicable to any organization, in any industry, across all organizational levels.

Key Points: 
  • The group is committed to developing a global diversity, equality, and inclusion standard applicable to any organization, in any industry, across all organizational levels.
  • Global Program Manager for Diversity and Inclusion, Stephanie Huckel, will represent the Company in the Steering Group.
  • "As a founding member of the All-in Diversity Project, IGT is proud to enhance its Diversity and Inclusion leadership through its participation in AIDP's Workplace Code of Practice Steering Group," saidKim Barker Lee, IGT Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion.
  • "IGT has again demonstrated its leadership in diversity and inclusion through its enthusiastic participation the new Workplace Code of Practice Steering Group," said AIDP co-founder Kelly Kehn.

Ryder Awarded NACD NXT™ Recognition for Diversity and Inclusion Commitments

Retrieved on: 
Monday, October 7, 2019
Fleet management, Automotive, Other Transport, Trucking, Rail, Transport, Automotive Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply chain management, Manufacturing, National Association of Corporate Directors, Human resource management, Multiculturalism, Humans, Ryder, Diversity, Human activities, Human behavior

The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) is the authority on boardroom practices, representing more than 20,000 corporate board members.

Key Points: 
  • The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) is the authority on boardroom practices, representing more than 20,000 corporate board members.
  • The NACD NXT recognition, part of NACDs NXT initiative, applauds exemplary board-leadership practices that promote greater diversity and inclusion and ultimately foster long-term company value.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20191007005781/en/
    We are truly honored to be recognized by NACD for our commitment to promote and foster diversity and inclusion in the workplace, said Robert Sanchez, Ryder chairman and chief executive officer.
  • The Ryder board was selected because it has championed diversity with initiatives such as the Ryder Small Business & Supplier Diversity Program, which provides more opportunities for companies certified by the Small Business Administration to work with Ryder.

Humana Management Team Members Tim Huval and Sam Deshpande Assume Additional Areas of Responsibility

Retrieved on: 
Monday, October 7, 2019
General Health, Health, Professional services, Insurance, Academic disciplines, Articles, Human resource management, Multiculturalism, Human activities, Affirmative action, Corporate social responsibility, Diversity, Risk management, Management

Tim Huval has been named Chief Administrative Officer, with responsibilities for the Corporate Marketing, Human Resources, Workplace Solutions, Inclusion and Diversity, and Safety and Security functions.

Key Points: 
  • Tim Huval has been named Chief Administrative Officer, with responsibilities for the Corporate Marketing, Human Resources, Workplace Solutions, Inclusion and Diversity, and Safety and Security functions.
  • Sam Deshpande has been named Chief Technology and Risk Officer, where he will oversee the Information Technology organization, with continuing responsibility for leading Risk Management and Compliance.
  • Both Huval and Deshpande are members of Humanas Management Team, which sets the firms strategic direction, and will continue to report to President and Chief Executive Officer Bruce Broussard.
  • Humana Inc. is committed to helping our millions of medical and specialty members achieve their best health.