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EEOC targets Coca-Cola bottler over all-women networking event
business10 days ago

EEOC targets Coca-Cola bottler over all-women networking event

The US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission filed suit against Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast alleging sex discrimination for hosting a two-day networking event for about 250 female employees at a Connecticut casino, excluding men; Coca-Cola itself is not named as a defendant. The case, a test of Trump-era DEI skepticism, centers on whether excluding a protected class from an employer-sponsored event violates federal law; attendees were excused from duties and had hotel costs covered.

via The Guardian|
#business#coca-cola-beverages-northeast#dei
Caster Semenya Wins Partial Victory in Long Legal Battle Over Sex Eligibility Rules
sports7 months ago

Caster Semenya Wins Partial Victory in Long Legal Battle Over Sex Eligibility Rules

Caster Semenya, a South African runner and Olympic gold medalist, celebrated a European court ruling that recognized her case as requiring rigorous judicial review, highlighting her fight against policies requiring her to lower testosterone levels to compete in women's sports. The court's decision, which does not change current rules but orders a review, marks a partial victory and underscores ongoing debates about gender, fairness, and human rights in athletics.

via The Guardian|
#athletes-rights#caster-semenya#european-court-of-human-rights
UPenn Agrees to Restrict Transgender Athlete Participation Following Title IX and Federal Mandate
education8 months ago

UPenn Agrees to Restrict Transgender Athlete Participation Following Title IX and Federal Mandate

The U.S. Department of Education announced that the University of Pennsylvania has entered into a resolution agreement to address violations of Title IX, specifically related to allowing a male athlete to compete in female sports and access female-only facilities, with commitments to restore records, issue public statements, and uphold sex-based definitions in line with federal guidance.

via U.S. Department of Education (.gov)|
#athletic-programs#education#gender-discrimination
business1 year ago

Disney Settles $43M Pay Equity Lawsuit, Hires Consultants for Review

Disney has agreed to pay $43.25 million to settle a pay equity class-action lawsuit involving up to 14,000 female employees, addressing claims of gender-based pay disparities. The settlement, which is significantly less than the potential $300 million liability, includes Disney's commitment to work with outside consultants to improve pay equality practices. The final approval of the settlement is expected in January 2025. The lawsuit, filed in 2019, accused Disney of violating California's Equal Pay Act by paying men more than women for the same work.

via Deadline|
#business#class-action#disney
"Supreme Court Expands Workplace Discrimination Protections"
legal-employment-discrimination1 year ago

"Supreme Court Expands Workplace Discrimination Protections"

The Supreme Court unanimously ruled in favor of a female police sergeant in St. Louis, making it easier for workers to pursue employment discrimination claims over job transfers. The decision clarifies that employees only need to show some harm from a forced transfer, rather than a "significant disadvantage," to prevail in court. This ruling is expected to lower the bar for employees to proceed with discrimination claims and could lead to an increase in reverse discrimination claims against workplace diversity programs. The case has been sent back to the lower courts for additional proceedings that account for the high court's ruling.

via The Washington Post|
#employment-law#gender-discrimination#legal-employment-discrimination
"Supreme Court Rulings Expand Workplace Discrimination Lawsuits"
legal-employment-discrimination1 year ago

"Supreme Court Rulings Expand Workplace Discrimination Lawsuits"

The Supreme Court ruled in favor of making it easier for employees to sue employers for discrimination when they are involuntarily transferred. The decision, written by Justice Elena Kagan, supported a St. Louis police sergeant's claim of gender discrimination after being forced to transfer out of an intelligence division. The ruling clarified that an employee need not show a "materially significant" disadvantage to sue for discrimination, and the case will continue in a lower federal court. Conservative Justices Thomas, Alito, and Kavanaugh agreed with the outcome but questioned the court's rationale, with Alito describing the opinion as "unhelpful."

via CNN|
#discrimination#gender-discrimination#job-transfer
Gender Dynamics in Campus Conflicts
education2 years ago

Gender Dynamics in Campus Conflicts

Recent events involving female university presidents being targeted for federal discrimination complaints and congressional hearings have raised concerns about a potential pattern of attacks on women leaders in academia. The majority of discrimination complaints were against universities led by women, despite only 30 percent of colleges and universities nationwide having female presidents. The recent summoning of four women presidents by Congress, under threat of subpoena, has sparked questions about the underlying agenda and potential gender bias in these actions.

via The New York Times|
#academia#congressional-hearing#education
Women's Response to Ambiguous Workplace Incidents: Turning Inward
workplace-equality2 years ago

Women's Response to Ambiguous Workplace Incidents: Turning Inward

A study involving over 2,000 women in professional roles found that women tend to "turn inward" and keep silent when they experience ambiguous workplace incidents that may be discriminatory. Researchers recommend that organizations develop processes to encourage employees to share their concerns, as ambiguous incidents happen more frequently than overt ones and can negatively impact workplace culture and performance. Creating transparent internal processes, cultivating an environment where employees feel comfortable sharing concerns, and seeking out supportive allies can help address gender discrimination.

via Phys.org|
#ambiguous-incidents#gender-discrimination#organizational-processes
"Activision Blizzard Settles Gender Discrimination Lawsuit for $54 Million"
business2 years ago

"Activision Blizzard Settles Gender Discrimination Lawsuit for $54 Million"

Activision Blizzard has settled a gender discrimination lawsuit filed by California's Civil Rights Department for approximately $54 million. The lawsuit, filed in July 2021, alleged a culture of sexual harassment and gender-based discrimination at the gaming company. The settlement, subject to court approval, will provide direct relief to workers and cover litigation costs. The settlement agreement states that no court or independent investigation has substantiated the allegations of sexual harassment, and there is no evidence of wrongdoing by CEO Bobby Kotick. This settlement comes after Activision Blizzard's acquisition by Microsoft and a separate $18 million settlement with the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission over similar allegations.

via The Verge|
#activision-blizzard#business#california
Gender Disparity: New Jersey State Police Struggle with Low Female Representation
social-issues2 years ago

Gender Disparity: New Jersey State Police Struggle with Low Female Representation

The New Jersey State Police is facing an investigation by the U.S. Justice Department over claims of gender and racial discrimination. Only 6% of the police force is made up of women, well below the national average for state police departments. Former female troopers have filed a lawsuit alleging gender bias that hinders women from being promoted to top command positions. The lawsuit is part of a larger pattern of discrimination claims made by women and minority officers. The Justice Department has requested documents and conducted interviews as part of their investigation.

via The New York Times|
#gender-discrimination#lawsuit#new-jersey-state-police
"Gender Discrimination and Pay Inequity: Amazon Faces Lawsuit by Three Employees"
business2 years ago

"Gender Discrimination and Pay Inequity: Amazon Faces Lawsuit by Three Employees"

Three Amazon employees have filed a lawsuit against the company, alleging gender discrimination and chronic pay inequity. The employees claim that Amazon assigns lower job titles and salaries to female staff members compared to their male counterparts in similar roles. They also accuse the company of failing to promote women, resulting in similar work being performed for less compensation. After raising their concerns, the employees were allegedly retaliated against through demotions and reduced job scopes. An investigation into the misclassification of employees based on gender was triggered. Amazon has denied the claims and stated that it investigates all reported incidents of discrimination.

via CNBC|
#amazon#business#gender-discrimination
China's Feminist Consumers Challenge the 'Pink Tax' and Diminish the Appeal of Singles' Day Shopping Extravaganza
social-issues2 years ago

China's Feminist Consumers Challenge the 'Pink Tax' and Diminish the Appeal of Singles' Day Shopping Extravaganza

Feminist consumers in China are pushing back against the "pink tax," a phenomenon where goods and services marketed to women are priced higher than those marketed to men. The issue has gained traction on Chinese social platforms, with women sharing their experiences and rejecting higher prices. The pink tax extends beyond color and encompasses discrimination against female consumers, including the higher cost of menstrual products. Women in China are calling for tax relief on menstrual products, arguing that they should be considered basic necessities. The pushback coincides with the slower-than-expected recovery of China's economy after the pandemic, making consumers more conscious of their expenditures. Some consumers are boycotting retailers that charge women more, and there is a growing feminist movement in China as more women enter the workforce.

via NBC News|
#china#consumer-rights#feminism