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FCA diversity plans: 'My client said, don't let them know you’re gay’

Natasha Adom discusses measures FCA, PRA and BoE regulators are considering to improve diversity and inclusion in the financial services sector. 

Investment Week

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Allyship: An Important Part of the Inclusion, Equity, and Diversity Conversation

Kimberly J. Dowd, Chelsea Lewis and Kameron Miller explain the meaning of “allyship” and how it can be applied in the workplace. 

ACC North Florida

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Corporate Board Diversity: Next Steps for Employers After Court Strikes Down California Board Diversity Law

On April 1, 2022, a Los Angeles County Superior Court ruled that California Assembly Bill 979—a bill designed to increase diversity and improve the persistently low number of underrepresented groups on corporate boards—violated the Equal Protection Clause of the California Constitution and was therefore unenforceable. In its ruling, the court acknowledged the pitfalls of homogeneity in business and communities, but it cautioned against quotas and specific number requirements.




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Littler’s Inclusion, Equity and Diversity C-Suite Survey Report

Employers face numerous legal and workplace complexities in managing their inclusion, equity and diversity (IE&D) programs, from the repercussions of the U.S. Supreme Court’s affirmative action decisions to new anti-IE&D state laws and mounting calls for corporate leaders to take a stance on social issues.

How are employers responding to this critically important – and increasingly embattled – workplace issue?




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A Deep Dive into Recent Pension Tax Changes in the UK

In March, the UK government announced changes to the tax regime surrounding pensions as part of the annual Budget.

In this piece, we take a deep dive into what these changes are, who they affect, what employers should be doing in response and ask: is this really a big deal?

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Supreme Court Permits Arbitration of Individual PAGA Claims

The United States Supreme Court’s decision in Viking River Cruises v. Moriana will dramatically impact employers’ rights to enforce arbitration agreements related to claims under California’s Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA).1  This decision, which is a significant win for employers with interests in California, will allow employers to compel arbitration of a PAGA plaintiff’s individual PAGA claims.




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California Supreme Court Holds Plaintiffs with Arbitration Agreements Retain Standing to Pursue Non-Individual PAGA Claims in Court

  • The California Supreme Court determined that plaintiffs seeking civil penalties under California’s Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) retain standing to pursue representative PAGA claims on behalf of other alleged aggrieved employees in court despite being bound to arbitrate their individual PAGA claims.




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    The ACLU: Champion of Individual Arbitration?

    Alexander MacDonald discusses a case in which the ACLU, sharp critic of arbitration, is arguing that individual arbitration plays a “fundamental role” in protecting labor rights.

    The Federalist Society

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    California Restricts Employer’s Ability to Make Decisions Based on an Individual’s Criminal History




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    European Employers Navigate New Pressures Around Flexible Work Models, AI Adoption and Divisive Social Issues, Littler Survey Finds

    (November 8, 2023) – Littler, the world’s largest employment and labour law practice representing management, has released its sixth annual European Employer Survey Report. Based on responses from 780 human resources (HR) executives, in-house lawyers and business leaders from across Europe, the report explores the myriad ways in which employers are responding to changes in workplace management, policy and culture.




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    C-Suite Executives Committed to Inclusion, Equity and Diversity Despite Backlash and Legal Challenges, Littler Survey Finds

    (January 10, 2024) – Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has released its Inclusion, Equity and Diversity (IE&D) C-Suite Survey Report, completed by more than 320 C-suite executives across the United States.




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    Three Littler Attorneys Selected for 2024 Leadership Council on Legal Diversity Programs

    (April 3, 2024) – Three attorneys from Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, have been selected for the 2024 Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) Fellows and Pathfinders programs. Shareholder Karimah J. Lamar (San Diego) will serve in the 2024 LCLD fellows class, and Associates Warsame Y.




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    Littler Recognized Among the “Best Law Firms for Women and Diversity” by Seramount

    (May 30, 2024) – Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has been selected as one of the “Best Law Firms for Women and Diversity” for the 15th time by Seramount, a professional services and research firm dedicated to advancing inclusion, equity and diversity (IE&D) in the workplace for over four decades. Seramount annually surveys law firms to assess how they utilize best practices to recruit, retain, develop and advance lawyers who are women, people of color and those from underrepresented groups.




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    Littler Attains 2023-2024 Mansfield Certification Plus Status From Diversity Lab

    (October 2, 2024) – For the seventh consecutive year, Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has achieved 2023-2024 Mansfield Certification Plus status through Diversity Lab. This year-long, structured certification process confirms that all talent at participating law firms have fair and equal opportunities to advance into leadership. To achieve “Plus” designation, firms voluntarily provide data showing their progress and the outcomes of their efforts to broaden talent pools and increase visibility of advancement processes.




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    Day 1 Unfair Dismissal Right Risks Diversity And Justice Aims

    Ben Smith discusses a UK proposal to abolish the two-year qualifying period for employees to bring an unfair dismissal claim against their employer.

    Law 360

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    Revisiting the Divide: A Dialogue Between Asian and Asian American Studies (November 13, 2024 12:00pm)

    Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 12:00pm
    Location: Rackham Graduate School (Horace H.)
    Organized By: Asian Languages and Cultures


    Upcoming DEI event, "Revisiting the Divide: A Dialogue Between Asian and Asian American Studies," this Wednesday, November 13th!

    This conversation will bring together scholars of Asian Studies and Asian American Studies to reflect on the academic divisions between these two fields. We kindly request that you RSVP at the QR code on the poster below or this link, as seating and food will be limited.

    Please join us for a light lunch and fruitful discussion from 12-1:30 PM in the Rackham West Conference Room.






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    Is a Stradivarius just a violin? (Classic)

    Many music aficionados will tell you that violins and violas made by legendary craftsman Antonio Stradivari represent the pinnacle of the instruments. But what if it's all just an example of really good branding? | Subscribe to our weekly newsletter here.

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    Indigenous leaders in sexual diversity named recipients of 2017 University of Toronto Bonham Centre Awards

    Toronto, ON – The Mark S. Bonham Centre for Sexual Diversity Studies at the University of Toronto has announced the recipients of their 2017 awards, which will be presented at a gala ceremony at Hart House in Toronto on April 26. “This year’s Bonham Centre Awards recipients have been chosen to highlight the history and leading […]




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    Designing the engineer of 2050: Canadian engineering educators meet in Toronto - National conference will spark discussion on reinventing education to prepare tomorrow’s diverse engineering leaders to address challenges we can’t yet imagine

    National conference will spark discussion on reinventing education to prepare tomorrow’s diverse engineering leaders to address challenges we can’t yet imagineToronto, ON – The toughest problems facing humanity in the 21st century — from water scarcity to urban intensification to personalized medicine — will be tackled by tomorrow’s engineers. Many of the issues they will work to solve […]




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    Size matters in the battle to adapt to diverse environments and avoid extinction

    TORONTO , ON — A new University of Toronto study may force scientists to rethink what is behind the mass extinction of amphibians occurring worldwide in the face of climate change, disease and habitat loss. The old cliché “size matters” is in fact the gist of the findings by graduate student Stephen De Lisle and […]




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    U of T invites input on call for fossil fuel divestment - Deadline extended to invite further submissions

    Deadline extended to invite further submissionsToronto, ON – The University of Toronto is inviting members of its community to make submissions to an advisory committee studying a recent call for divestment from fossil fuel companies. The request for submissions is the latest step in the work of the committee examining the divestment issue.  The committee may […]




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    U of T Cities Podcast Ep. 2 The Future of Transit - Research and startups pushing transit beyond the simple subway-or-streetcar divide

    Research and startups pushing transit beyond the simple subway-or-streetcar divideThis edition of U of T Cities features researchers and entrepreneurs working to build the future of transit. Reimagine the downtown and beyond with transit policy expert Prof. Eric Miller; Richard Sommer, dean of the Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape and Design; and alumnus Taylor Scollon, […]




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    Canadian Gender and Good Governance Alliance Established to Advance Gender Diversity on Boards and Executive Positions

    Toronto, ON –Seven of Canada’s most active and influential organizations dedicated to advancing good governance and gender equality in the workplace, including the Clarkson Centre for Board Effectiveness at the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management, have come together to form the Canadian Gender and Good Governance Alliance (CGGGA). The new group aims to […]




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    How the Myth of Meritocracy Divided the U.S.

    One week after a contentious U.S. election, we speak with Harvard political philosopher Michael J. Sandel about making sense of what’s happening in America.




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    How Does Netflix Approach Corporate Diversity?

    How Does Netflix Approach Corporate Diversity?




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    5 Ways to Infuse Diversity and Inclusion Into Your Organization

    This is not a side issue: it’s time to adopt a more systematic, coherent approach to D&I.




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    A Neurodivergent Leadership Guide: How to Run a Business When You Have ADHD

    Business leaders with ADHD do best when they surround themselves with teammates who offset their executive functioning weaknesses.




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    Uneven Bars: Diversity, Inclusion and Age Discrimination

    When we think about the issues associated with "ageism" in today's job market, we largely tend to first think of older, more experienced workers who live their lives - and livelihoods -  in a somewhat precarious position, plagued by the widespread misperception that they are somehow past their professional prime. Older workers should be valued for their extensive experience and proven expertise, but instead, find themselves with the sword ...




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    CyberMetrics Announces New Leadership of the Asset Management Division

    Though FaciliWorks CMMS is already used by hundreds of Mexican companies, there is still an enormous number of potential clients who are in need of a system like FaciliWorks.




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    Nondestructive Testing Certification Mandatory for Individuals

    NDT certification is essential for professionals in industries where material and structural integrity is critical. It demonstrates expertise and professionalism, benefiting individuals and organizations by improving career prospects, quality control, and compliance with industry standards.




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    Reflections as ASQ Inspection Division Chair: Delivering Value and Driving Engagement

    Serving as the Chair of the ASQ Inspection Division has been a remarkable journey of leadership, collaboration, and growth. It has been both a privilege and a responsibility to guide the division through strategic initiatives aimed at empowering our members and elevating the quality profession.




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    Divided Nation: Study Shows Most Trump Voters See American Values Under Siege, Deepening Psychological Rift




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    Diversified Heat Transfer Launches New Corporate Brand Strategy And Website

    Diversified Heat Transfer (DHT) announced the launch of its new corporate brand strategy and website, www.dhtnet.com, that elevates the company’s corporate identity and supports the ongoing evolution of the brand.

     




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    DiversiTech Launches Newly Enhanced Website

    DiversiTech® Corp is introducing a newly enhanced website that helps wholesalers and contractors more easily find the wide array of products and services DiversiTech offers. 




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    Cooper Oates Air Conditioning Names Biagioni General Manager of Service Division

    Cooper Oates Air Conditioning (COAC), a mechanical contractor serving northern California, has announced the appointment of James Biagioni as general manager, Service Division. Biagioni will be responsible for all operational aspects of the Service Division.




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    GE Exhibits New Air And Water Solutions Division

    GE Appliances, a Haier company, Air and Water Solutions, exhibited for the first time as a new division at the 2022 AHR Expo.




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    Bridging the Technical Divide in the HVAC Industry

    It’s important to keep finding new ways to integrate technology into your daily workflows to increase your company’s efficiency and profitability.




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    Panasonic Canada Launches Home + Building Solutions Division

    Panasonic Canada Inc. announced the launch of its Home + Building Solutions division, which will offer a wide range of products designed to meet the needs of the Canadian home building and renovation industry.




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    A Deep Dive Into Five Refrigeration Architectures

    As refrigerant regulations grow more stringent, manufacturers are beginning to offer new refrigeration architectures that utilize low-GWP refrigerants.




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    New Sales Director at LG’s A/C Technologies Division

    Sean Foster will oversee the distribution sales team responsible for expanding LG’s market share in the residential and light commercial HVAC sectors.




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    Taking a Deep Dive into Nest’s Impact on the HVAC Impact

    It is hard to find a contractor who does not have a firm opinion on Nest and if the company is good for the HVAC industry.




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    Re: CVE-2024-36905: Linux kernel: Divide-by-zero on shutdown of TCP_SYN_RECV sockets

    Posted by Solar Designer on Nov 12

    NIST doesn't appear to provide their own CVSS vectors/scores lately.
    However, they republish (with attribution) some third-party ones, this
    time from CISA-ADP. The CISA-ADP CVSS vector for this vulnerability
    specifies that it not only is network-reachable, but also that it has
    High impact not only on Availability, but also on Confidentiality and
    Integrity. This results in a CVSSv3.1 score of 9.8. Even merely
    correcting the vector not to...




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    Re: CVE-2024-36905: Linux kernel: Divide-by-zero on shutdown of TCP_SYN_RECV sockets

    Posted by Clemens Lang on Nov 12

    Hi,

    I think the source for the CISA-ADP data is at [1]. For this specific CVE, the relevant file would be [2]. Their readme
    has a section at the bottom, where they encourage feedback:

    I’m aware of at last one prior case where a similar case of (IMHO) overblown CVSS scores was discussed in an issue on
    this particular GitHub project [3].

    Somebody seems to already have opened a ticket for this CVE, too: [4]

    [1]:...




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    RE: CVE-2024-36905: Linux kernel: Divide-by-zero on shutdown of TCP_SYN_RECV sockets

    Posted by Joel GUITTET on Nov 12

    Hello
    First thanks to Alexander for reposting because I was not able to do so!
    You're right Clemens, I have myself ask the question on this github
    (https://github.com/cisagov/vulnrichment/issues/130), but still no information for the moment.
    Joel




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    Extech, a division of Flir Systems Inc.: IAQ Meter

    This handheld device displays CO, CO2, air temperature, rh, dew point, and wet bulb temperature measurements.




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    Extech, a division of Flir Systems Inc.: Digital Multimeter

    Designed for HVAC and refrigeration professionals to view electrical and temperature readings, this product logs data remotely using the ExView® W-Series app on smartphones and tablets via Bluetooth.




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    Homeowners Look for Individual Comfort Amidst Pandemic

    If zoning technology was available before the pandemic, why has it taken so long for it to become an option that homeowners now consider?




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    Episode 443: Shawn Wildermuth on Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

    Felienne discusses diversity and inclusivity in software development with Shawn Wildermuth, Microsoft MVP and creator of the Hello World movie.