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#employee-rights
fromThe Verge
14 hours ago
Black Lives Matter

Microsoft employee bypasses 'Palestine' block to email thousands of staff in protest

fromThe Verge
14 hours ago
Black Lives Matter

Microsoft employee bypasses 'Palestine' block to email thousands of staff in protest

fromComputerWeekly.com
17 hours ago

Essex Police discloses 'incoherent' facial recognition assessment | Computer Weekly

Essex Police allegedly failed to adequately assess the potentially discriminatory effects of its live facial recognition technology despite claiming to have considered such issues in their equality impact assessment.
EU data protection
#supreme-court
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Canada news

Top court won't review school board's sanctioning of trustee for likening LGBTQ issues to bestiality | CBC News

Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
21 hours ago

This doctor calls LGBTQ+ rights satanic'. He could now undo healthcare for millions

Steven Hotze's lawsuit against PrEP coverage could severely impact LGBTQ+ healthcare access and legitimize discrimination against marginalized communities.
LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

The Supreme Court Approved Trump's Trans Military Purge in the Most Shameful Way Possible

Supreme Court facilitates Trump's ban on transgender military service, enabling expulsion of current members without reasoning.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Canada news

Top court won't review school board's sanctioning of trustee for likening LGBTQ issues to bestiality | CBC News

#harassment
Washington Wizards
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Suns again sued by employee for discrimination

Phoenix Suns sued for discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims made by their director of safety.
This marks the fourth lawsuit against the team in recent months relating to workplace issues.
Washington Wizards
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Suns again sued by employee for discrimination

Phoenix Suns sued for discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims made by their director of safety.
This marks the fourth lawsuit against the team in recent months relating to workplace issues.
Women in technology
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago

Lawsuit: East Bay-based Workday's hiring technology prevented people over 40 from getting hired

Workday's screening technology faces a lawsuit alleging age and racially discriminatory practices, potentially affecting AI's role in hiring decisions.
#public-safety
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago
SF LGBT

Woman who says she was accused of being a man in Boston hotel bathroom files complaint with AG's office

fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago
SF LGBT

Woman who says she was accused of being a man in Boston hotel bathroom files complaint with AG's office

#racism
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

What you should do if you experience racism in Germany

Racism in Germany is rising, significantly affecting foreign residents and minorities.
Understanding options after experiencing racism can empower victims and witnesses.
fromMission Local
1 week ago
NYC politics

Former parking control officer testifies that boss targeted minority neighborhoods for tickets on Day 5 of SFMTA trial

Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

What you should do if you experience racism in Germany

Racism in Germany is rising, significantly affecting foreign residents and minorities.
Understanding options after experiencing racism can empower victims and witnesses.
fromMission Local
1 week ago
NYC politics

Former parking control officer testifies that boss targeted minority neighborhoods for tickets on Day 5 of SFMTA trial

#inclusivity
#trans-rights
#lgbtq
#transgender-rights
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Judge Rules Against Trump Administration on Passport Changes

The court ruled in favor of six transgender individuals, allowing passports to reflect their self-identified gender, challenging discriminatory policies by the Trump administration.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Observer view on Equality Act ruling: A dignified compromise that respects the rights of everyone | Editorial

The supreme court affirmed that the definition of woman under the Equality Act is based on biological sex, not gender identity.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed anti-trans student-athlete bill

Legislation bans transgender girls and women from competing in sports consistent with their gender identity, sparking controversy and claims of discrimination.
LGBT
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Trump administration says it is suing Maine over transgender athletes in girls' sports

The Justice Department is suing Maine over its transgender athlete policy, claiming it violates federal laws regarding sex-based discrimination in sports.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Judge Rules Against Trump Administration on Passport Changes

The court ruled in favor of six transgender individuals, allowing passports to reflect their self-identified gender, challenging discriminatory policies by the Trump administration.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Observer view on Equality Act ruling: A dignified compromise that respects the rights of everyone | Editorial

The supreme court affirmed that the definition of woman under the Equality Act is based on biological sex, not gender identity.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed anti-trans student-athlete bill

Legislation bans transgender girls and women from competing in sports consistent with their gender identity, sparking controversy and claims of discrimination.
LGBT
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Trump administration says it is suing Maine over transgender athletes in girls' sports

The Justice Department is suing Maine over its transgender athlete policy, claiming it violates federal laws regarding sex-based discrimination in sports.
#trump-administration
US news
fromThe Washington Post
4 weeks ago

What Trump's order on 'disparate impact' means for civil rights

Trump's executive order weakens civil rights protections against discrimination by stripping disparate-impact liability.
Social justice
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Trump admin investigating Harvard Law Review over alleged discriminatory practices: 'Appears to pick winners and losers on the basis of race'

The Trump administration is investigating Harvard Law Review for potentially discriminatory practices regarding race-based criteria in journal selection.
US news
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Trump admin cuts $450M more in Harvard grants, warns university faces 'steep, uphill battle' to regain reputation

Trump administration cancels $450 million in grants to Harvard University due to its failure to address campus discrimination and antisemitism.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump ally pushes DoJ unit to shift civil rights focus, new messages show

The Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division is refocusing on Trump’s priorities, sidelining protection of marginalized groups.
Privacy professionals
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Ed Department's New Agenda: Roll Back Civil Rights Cases, Target Trans Students

The Trump administration significantly shifted the Education Department's civil rights focus away from racial issues toward gender and participation in sports.
fromCallaborlaw
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Federal Agencies Directed to End Enforcement of Disparate Impact Discrimination Claims Under President Trump's New Executive Order

US news
fromThe Washington Post
4 weeks ago

What Trump's order on 'disparate impact' means for civil rights

Trump's executive order weakens civil rights protections against discrimination by stripping disparate-impact liability.
Social justice
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Trump admin investigating Harvard Law Review over alleged discriminatory practices: 'Appears to pick winners and losers on the basis of race'

The Trump administration is investigating Harvard Law Review for potentially discriminatory practices regarding race-based criteria in journal selection.
US news
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Trump admin cuts $450M more in Harvard grants, warns university faces 'steep, uphill battle' to regain reputation

Trump administration cancels $450 million in grants to Harvard University due to its failure to address campus discrimination and antisemitism.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump ally pushes DoJ unit to shift civil rights focus, new messages show

The Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division is refocusing on Trump’s priorities, sidelining protection of marginalized groups.
Privacy professionals
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Ed Department's New Agenda: Roll Back Civil Rights Cases, Target Trans Students

The Trump administration significantly shifted the Education Department's civil rights focus away from racial issues toward gender and participation in sports.
fromCallaborlaw
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Federal Agencies Directed to End Enforcement of Disparate Impact Discrimination Claims Under President Trump's New Executive Order

#mental-health
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Supporting Transgender and Gender Expansive People

Trans individuals face suffering due to societal treatment, not their identity.
Affirmation of trans identities is critical for mental health and well-being.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Supporting Transgender and Gender Expansive People

Trans individuals face suffering due to societal treatment, not their identity.
Affirmation of trans identities is critical for mental health and well-being.
#mls
#voting-rights
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

A federal appeals panel has made enforcing the Voting Rights Act harder in 7 states

The 8th Circuit ruling restricts private enforcement of the Voting Rights Act's Section 2, complicating racial discrimination lawsuits.
fromTruthout
1 week ago
US Elections

New Colorado Law Enhances Protections Against Voter Discrimination

Colorado Governor signs law to strengthen voting rights and protect against discrimination.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

A federal appeals panel has made enforcing the Voting Rights Act harder in 7 states

The 8th Circuit ruling restricts private enforcement of the Voting Rights Act's Section 2, complicating racial discrimination lawsuits.
#education
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Tennessee Republican Gov. Bill Lee signs bill allowing misgendering and deadnaming at schools

Tennessee's new law prohibits using a person's preferred name or pronoun, putting individuals at risk of being deadnamed or misgendered.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

Exclusive | Feds launch discrimination probe against NY officials - after Trump backs Massapequa Chiefs name

Federal probe launched into NY's ban on Native American school names and imagery amid concerns of race-based discrimination
fromICT News
3 weeks ago
NYC parents

Trump administration to investigate New York's funding threat over Long Island tribal school mascot

LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Tennessee Republican Gov. Bill Lee signs bill allowing misgendering and deadnaming at schools

Tennessee's new law prohibits using a person's preferred name or pronoun, putting individuals at risk of being deadnamed or misgendered.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

Exclusive | Feds launch discrimination probe against NY officials - after Trump backs Massapequa Chiefs name

Federal probe launched into NY's ban on Native American school names and imagery amid concerns of race-based discrimination
fromICT News
3 weeks ago
NYC parents

Trump administration to investigate New York's funding threat over Long Island tribal school mascot

#diversity
Remote teams
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Unionized REI workers allege racial discrimination

REI workers face challenges with workplace discrimination and union negotiations, conflicting with the company's proclaimed values of inclusion and sustainability.
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago
Social justice

Americans For Equal Opportunity Hope To Sic The EEOC On Biglaw Summer Internship Programs - Above the Law

Remote teams
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Unionized REI workers allege racial discrimination

REI workers face challenges with workplace discrimination and union negotiations, conflicting with the company's proclaimed values of inclusion and sustainability.
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago
Social justice

Americans For Equal Opportunity Hope To Sic The EEOC On Biglaw Summer Internship Programs - Above the Law

#lawsuit
fromsfist.com
1 week ago
Black Lives Matter

Google Agrees to Pay $50 Million Settlement in Racial Discrimination Lawsuit

Black Lives Matter
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Google Agrees to Pay $50 Million Settlement in Racial Discrimination Lawsuit

Google agrees to a $50 million settlement over pay discrimination lawsuit involving Black employees.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

United Airlines flight to Israel turned around after Jewish passenger sat in attendant's seat: suit

United Airlines is facing a lawsuit from Jewish passengers claiming discrimination after a flight was turned around due to one passenger's actions.
The lawsuit alleges that the crew blamed all Jewish passengers for one individual's inappropriate behavior, highlighting possible prejudice.
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

Aenlle files $15 million claim against county, says he was targeted for being a Latino

In the claim, Aenlle asserts that County Executive Mike Callagy conspired with Supervisors to defame and retaliate against him, leading to his removal as chief of staff.
NYC politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Plan to fast-track appeals of some UK asylum seekers could face legal backlash

The UK government’s plan to fast-track asylum seeker appeals may face legal challenges due to potential discrimination concerns under the ECHR.
Black Lives Matter
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Google to pay $50M to settle black employees' lawsuit alleging 'racially biased corporate culture'

Google to pay $50 million to settle lawsuit over systemic racial bias against Black employees.
#harvard-university
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Harvard Promises Changes After Reports on Antisemitism and Islamophobia

Harvard reports reveal deep-seated antisemitism and biases affecting students, faculty, and academic programs, exposing systemic issues on campus.
Right-wing politics
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Zip it, Mr. President - IRS must revoke Harvard's tax status without your meddling

Harvard's tax-exempt status is challenged due to allegations of discrimination and violations of civil rights.
The call to revoke Harvard's tax status is framed as a moral and legal obligation.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Harvard Promises Changes After Reports on Antisemitism and Islamophobia

Harvard reports reveal deep-seated antisemitism and biases affecting students, faculty, and academic programs, exposing systemic issues on campus.
Right-wing politics
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Zip it, Mr. President - IRS must revoke Harvard's tax status without your meddling

Harvard's tax-exempt status is challenged due to allegations of discrimination and violations of civil rights.
The call to revoke Harvard's tax status is framed as a moral and legal obligation.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Antisemitic sign at Barstool Sports bar draws widespread outrage

Antisemitic messages surfaced at a Philadelphia bar, highlighting rising hate incidents in the U.S. and failure to uphold anti-discrimination policies.
#lgbtq-rights
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

Democrats reintroduce Equality Act as Trump escalates war on LGBTQ+ community

The Equality Act aims to protect LGBTQ+ rights by banning discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
SF LGBT
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 weeks ago

Labour MP fears being challenged in toilets after Supreme Court woman ruling

The Supreme Court ruling on the definition of a woman may disproportionately affect transgender individuals and their access to public facilities.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

Democrats reintroduce Equality Act as Trump escalates war on LGBTQ+ community

The Equality Act aims to protect LGBTQ+ rights by banning discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
SF LGBT
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 weeks ago

Labour MP fears being challenged in toilets after Supreme Court woman ruling

The Supreme Court ruling on the definition of a woman may disproportionately affect transgender individuals and their access to public facilities.
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago

17 Celebrities Who Were Forced To "Hide" Their Ethnicity By Hollywood

Martin Sheen, originally Ramón Gerard Antonio Estévez, changed his name to gain opportunities in Hollywood, facing discrimination for his Hispanic name.
London politics
Law
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Realtors clash over NAR speech code

Texas lawmakers are considering a ban on Speech Code legislation affecting trade associations' conduct rules, emphasizing free speech and anti-discrimination.
#legal-issues
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

Exclusive | 40-year veteran of Manhattan DA's Office was 'harassed' and demoted while caring for dying parents: suit

Healthcare
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

U.S. Prosecutors Accuse Large Insurers of Paying Kickbacks for Private Medicare Plans

The Justice Department has accused major health insurers of illegal kickbacks related to private Medicare plans.
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

Exclusive | 40-year veteran of Manhattan DA's Office was 'harassed' and demoted while caring for dying parents: suit

fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

How Trump weakened the EEOC in just 100 days

Since its inception in 1965, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has enforced antidiscrimination laws and acted as the first line of defense for Americans who experience workplace discrimination.
EU data protection
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Tranmere's Finley gets 13-game ban for homophobic slur

Sam Finley, 32, has received a 13-game suspension after admitting to making a homophobic remark directed at Jamille Matt during a League Two match.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 weeks ago

We're cursed': Kashmiris under attack across India after Pahalgam killings

As Dar and a friend stopped by an ATM, two unknown persons approached them, asking about their ethnicity. They panicked and ran away.
Black Lives Matter
fromVulture
4 weeks ago

Love on the Spectrum Stars 'Disgusted' by RFK Jr.'s Comments on Autism

Autistic people have the same hopes, dreams and yes, the same awkward dating moments as anyone else. To generalize and say none of us can work, date or contribute to society, is completely false.
NYC parents
NYC politics
fromthechiefleader.com
1 month ago

Council bill would compel DOI to investigate discrimination in FDNY

City Council aims to address discrimination against Black and female firefighters in FDNY through new legislation.
The bill mandates investigation of FDNY's compliance with discrimination laws.
#immigration
fromVulture
1 month ago

CBS Settles Writer Discrimination Lawsuit

Earlier this year, Paramount rolled back on DEI initiatives to comply with Trump's mandates, asserting they would no longer use aspirational numerical goals related to hiring.
Media industry
fromHR Dive
1 month ago

Former KPMG manager working remotely in Georgia can sue under New York law, court says

The district court allowed the suit to proceed under New York laws, emphasizing that the state's protections also cover nonresidents applying for jobs in New York.
NYC startup
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Federal appeals court upholds decision stopping Trump revocation of TPS for Venezuelans

"Acting on the basis of a negative group stereotype and generalizing such stereotype to the entire group is the classic example of racism."
Washington Nationals
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