Equity & Inclusion
Eliminating existing inequities in our economy and workplaces is essential to creating dignified, sustainable, and safe jobs for all workers.
Inequity in our economy is not new—poor worker protections and professional segregation is rooted in the US’ history of exclusion, racism, and slavery. It is vital to center equity when working to improve jobs, to make sure our new standards for what good work is uplift all workers and promote equity. Equity in job quality means not just eliminating wage and wealth disparities, but also access to benefits, workplaces that are safe, and workplaces free of harassment, intimidation, and racism.
The resources in this guide are a starting point for organizations seeking to improve their focus on equity or take specific actions. It features resources that help provide context and background information for how racial, gender, and other inequities manifest in terms of job quality, as well as actionale resources like assessments and audits.
Prioritizing Equity & Inclusion
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The Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy guide, “Retaining and Supporting Disabled Workers,” outlines practical steps for employers to build an inclusive workplace where workers with disabilities have the support and working conditions they need to thrive. Key strategies include creating an inclusive workplace culture that promotes flexibility in time and place (like […]
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The Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy guide, “Advancing Disabled Workers,” provides strategies for employers to support the professional growth, development, and career advancement of employees with disabilities. Key recommendations include equitably offering learning opportunities and professional development to all employees, as well as ensuring that training is accessible and supplemented with mentorship. […]
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This resource, created as guidance for the Department of Commerce Internet for All initiative, provides examples of childcare initiatives, which employers can implement to make their workplaces more accessible for caregivers and attract a diverse pool of talent despite caregiving responsibilities. Examples, with case studies of these strategies being implemented, include: on-site childcare, all hours […]
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The Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy offers “Recruiting and Hiring Disabled Workers” as a guide for employers committed to building a workplace that is inclusive to workers with disabilities. The guide outlines key strategies for recruiting and hiring disabled workers, including actively targeting candidates through vocational rehabilitation agencies and the Workforce Recruitment […]
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