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Happy Holidays! For some, or for all? Revamping Your Employee Handbook Holiday Provisions to Ensure Inclusivity.

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With holidays and a new year fast approaching, it is an excellent time for employers to consider reviewing and revamping their Employee Handbooks or stand-alone policies that address company-recognized holidays. The most...more

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On Juneteenth: A Discussion with McGlinchey’s African American Affinity Group [More with McGlinchey, Ep. 41]

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Juneteenth is the oldest commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. In the latest episode of More with McGlinchey, we present a recording of an internal panel discussion between members of McGlinchey’s...more

Mitratech Holdings, Inc

Celebrating Holidays Inclusively in the Workplace

As organizations work towards incorporating more (and improved) diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices within the workplace, it’s important to recognize the significance of celebrating holidays in support of...more

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Juneteenth — A Time To Reflect

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Juneteenth is a federal holiday in the United States that commemorates enslaved African Americans' emancipation. The day is also often observed for celebrating African-American culture. Originating in Galveston, Texas,...more

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Recognizing Juneteenth and Strengthening Commitment to Diversity

June 2022 marks one year since President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act on June 17, 2021, designating Juneteenth as the 11th federally recognized public holiday in the United States. While...more

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Hanzo Honors National Hispanic Heritage Month

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At Hanzo, we embrace the idea that employees should bring their whole selves to work. As part of our culture, we're encouraging Hanzonians to take the time to acknowledge and celebrate their ethnic, racial, and cultural...more

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Labor Day – Remember in This Country We Have Toiled Together

The United States of America. Our beautiful, fantastic country was built on the backs of hard-working people. This included people from many heritages and backgrounds. There were English, Irish, Russians, Dutch, Spanish,...more

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CFPB Comments On Juneteenth National Holiday Impact on Mortgage Deadlines

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On June 17, 2021, President Joe Biden signed into law Juneteenth National Independence Day Act. The enactment of the new Federal holiday was an historic and welcome national event. ...more

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Remember This On Juneteenth

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On this Juneteenth, we honor the emancipation of enslaved African Americans, knowing that it is now an official federal holiday. U.S. President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act on the 17th of...more

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Beltway Buzz - June 2021 #3

Juneteenth Is Now a Federal Holiday. This week, President Joe Biden signed into law the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act, making June 19 - the holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in...more

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Juneteenth Is a Federal Holiday: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Tips for Proactive Employers

In the wake of an increased focus on racial justice in the summer of 2020, many employers began to recognize and observe Juneteenth as a way to demonstrate their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)...more

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