All articles tagged with #workplace inequality
Lily Tomlin and Jane Fonda reunited at the premiere of the documentary "Still Working 9 to 5," 44 years after their iconic film "9 to 5." The documentary revisits the 1980 movie to explore ongoing workplace inequality. The event honored Tomlin, Fonda, and Dolly Parton as Women’s Equality Trailblazers, though Parton could not attend in person.
Legal challenges against corporate diversity and inclusion programs, led by conservative activists, are prompting companies to quietly alter their initiatives in anticipation of potential Supreme Court involvement. The lawsuits, citing discrimination against non-Black individuals, have targeted a range of diversity efforts, from hiring goals to grant programs. The legal backlash is already impacting corporate efforts to address workplace inequality, with some companies adjusting their diversity programs to protect them from legal scrutiny. The outcome of these legal battles could have significant implications for workplace diversity programs and hiring practices.
An employee resigned from their job after discovering a significant pay disparity between themselves and a new hire who would be taking over their position. Despite sharing responsibilities with their manager and being satisfied with their pay, the employee was disheartened to learn that the new hire would be receiving a higher salary without any added responsibilities. When confronting their manager about the unfair treatment, the employee was met with dismissive remarks, leading them to quit their job. The incident highlights ongoing challenges in achieving fair pay and workplace equality.