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SHRM's Inclusion, Equity, & Diversity News May 6, 2024       You’re just getting started. Access compliance alerts, tools and more. JOIN NOW     Here's How Bad Burnout Has Become at Work Burnout is affecting nearly half of workers, according to SHRM's Employee Mental Health in 2024 Research Series, released for Mental Health Awareness Month in May. Recognition programs, employee engagement, and encouraging a sense of belonging at work can help ease the feelings of exhaustion and being overwhelmed.     Mental Health Challenges Put Productivity at Risk for Employees and HR Leaders HR leaders are facing mental health struggles of their own. Here's a five-step road map for HR to address these challenges and promote a culture of well-being.     Advertisement   How Employers Can Empower Inclusion Through Mental Health Support  Organizations understand how workplace mental health programs can enhance employee engagement, retention, and even productivity. But these programs can also support an organization's inclusion, equity, and diversity efforts by making neurodivergent employees feel seen and supported.     Mental Health-Related Absences Up 33% in 2023 Employee leaves of absence for mental health issues rose a whopping 300 percent from 2017 to 2023, new data from ComPsych finds. Female and younger employees are leading this surge. Mental health resources play a leading role in fostering a healthier work environment.   Advertisement     Counter The Impact of Implicit Bias At Work Equip your team with science-backed strategies to outsmart implicit bias at work with the newest Harvard Online course. Designed for individuals and teams, the course teaches the impact of implicit bias and how to counter it with real-world solutions. Apply Today     PLAN AHEAD   NOW EEO-1 Filing Period (Through June 4) The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's (EEOC's) 2023 EEO-1 Component 1 data collection opened on April 30. The deadline to file the report is June 4. NOW Mental Health Awareness Month Employees are experiencing more mental health struggles and overall negative feelings about their work, underscoring a need for employers to take more aggressive measures to help with their benefits offerings. NOW SHRM Inclusive Workplace Culture Specialty Credential Learn the strategies and tools needed to successfully shift organizational culture. In this program, participants will learn how to maximize potential through fostering a positive work environment rooted in inclusivity and belonging, ultimately unlocking the organizational gains of a diverse and dedicated workforce. MAY 8 California Pay Data Reporting Due Covered employers must annually submit a pay data report to the California Civil Rights Department. The report requires details of pay and hours worked categorized by establishment, job category, race/ethnicity, and sex. JUN 19 New York State's Paid Lactation Breaks Go Into Effect Covered employers will soon be required to provide paid 30-minute breaks for employees who need to express breast milk for nursing children. JuN 23 SHRM Annual Conference & Expo 2024 (Through June 26 in Chicago and virtually) Join other forward-thinking HR professionals at the world's largest HR conference. Get ready for four days of learning, networking, inspiration, and professional growth. JUN 30 District of Columbia Amends Wage Transparency Law Effective June 30, the District of Columbia will join the list of jurisdictions that require employers to disclose compensation in job postings. JUL 1 Deadline to Submit OFCCP Affirmative Action Plan Certification The U.S. Department of Labor announced its Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) began accepting online submissions on April 1 from covered contractors to certify they have developed and maintained affirmative action programs for each establishment or functional unit. Certifications must be completed by July 1. JUL 1 Colorado Job Application Fairness Act Takes Effect Gov. Jared Polis signed into law the Job Application Fairness Act, prohibiting Colorado employers from inquiring about a job applicant's age during the hiring process. The law will prohibit employers from requesting or requiring information related to "age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution" on initial employment applications.   More Plan-Ahead Resources Visit SHRM's State Law Developments Express Requests and Seasonal Express Requests pages.     Advertisement   SHRM WEBCASTS COMING SOON     Gallup Research on the Power of Recognition: A Toolkit to Impact Behavior Shifts May 13, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Workhuman In this webcast, Gallup and Workhuman explore how an enhanced recognition strategy is linked to improved employee engagement and superior business performance. You'll gain insights into how different rewards fulfill employee motivations and the application of best practices in recognition programs that drive tangible returns. We'll also cover effective approaches to defining and measuring the success of these programs, ensuring you can adapt and implement these strategies within your organization.     When HR Goes Global May 16, noon ET / 9 a.m. PT Sponsor: Safeguard Global Organizations are increasingly extending their reach beyond domestic markets, necessitating U.S.-centric HR professionals to adapt to international landscapes, whether through setting up foreign offices, hiring international employees, or managing overseas contractors. This program, led by attorney Donald Dowling of Littler, will equip you with the necessary insights to develop a global HR perspective, addressing the legalities of international recruitment and the variance of employment policies and compensation laws. Additionally, it will guide you in formulating remote work protocols and the effective administration of expatriate staff and contractors, underscoring the pivotal role HR plays in a company's international expansion.     The People Development Balancing Act: How (and Why) HR Is Prioritizing Engagement May 16, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Eloomi How do you maintain employee engagement? Research from a report called The People Development Balancing Act reveals a global trend: Inadequate conversations and limited development opportunities result in high employee turnover, projected to cost $160 billion annually in the U.S. alone. Join this webcast to discover insights from the report, dive into the challenges of employee engagement, and learn strategies and practical tips to improve your approach to people development and talent retention.     View the complete schedule of SHRM webcasts.     EXPRESS REQUEST     Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Final Rule Takes Effect June 18 The EEOC's final regulations for implementing the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act cover lactation support and other accommodations for expectant workers—as well as accommodations for workers seeking an abortion. The guidance is drawing cheers and criticism from government and workplace leaders. Visit SHRM's Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Final Rule Express Request.     HR JOBS   Need to hire highly qualified HR candidates or looking to move your career forward? SHRM HR Jobs can help you reach your goals by connecting top employers with premier HR professionals. Now more user-friendly and with new features, including the ability to filter candidates by SHRM credentials. Visit SHRM HR Jobs to learn more. Associate Director of Workplace Equality Program - Human Rights Campaign - Washington, D.C. (Hybrid) Senior HR Consultant - Office of the Washington State Auditor - Olympia, Wash. (Hybrid) CHRO - Heidelberg University - Tiffin, Ohio (Onsite)     USEFUL LINKS   SHRM Enterprise Solutions: Empower your leaders to transform your organization. SHRM is starting 1 Million Civil Conversations. Together we can make the world a better place, one conversation at a time. Learn more at shrm.org/civility. Drive Performance with SHRM's Talent Assessment Center: Demo on June 5.     FEATURED WHITE PAPERS   The People Development Balancing Act   OFFERED BY: Eloomi   New research highlights critical gaps in people development. 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