Stay informed with the latest updates and insights. Here, we carefully curate a selection of news articles that resonate with current trends and significant developments, ensuring you have access to valuable and timely information.
ESG
- Issue 110: Climate change’s wide-reaching costs; Indonesia to raise palm oil component in biodieselby Kenneth Lim on July 26, 2024 at 11:00 am
In this issue: In this issue: GIC’s latest annual report shows why climate change affects all investors and all portfolios, while Indonesia…
- Coaching and AI: Bridging the gap between artificial and authenticby Mark Baker on July 25, 2024 at 8:09 pm
In theory, an AI coach seems to solve a lot of issues with traditional coaching… The post Coaching and AI: Bridging the gap between artificial and authentic appeared first on Diversity and Inclusion Leaders – Accelerating workplace inclusion.
- CDL opens new extension at Singapore Sustainability Academyby Ry-Anne Lim on July 25, 2024 at 8:34 am
CITY Developments Ltd (CDL) on Thursday (Jul 25) opened a new annex at the Singapore Sustainability Academy (SSA) to boost collaboration in…
- Singapore PE manager Seraya adds A$1.1 billion offshore wind company to its renewables platformby Joan Ng on July 25, 2024 at 1:00 am
SINGAPORE-headquartered private equity manager Seraya Partners has added a A$1.1 billion (S$967 million) offshore wind company to its portfolio, seven months…
- SM Teo warns businesses about ‘just-in-case’ costs amid climate change, supply chain glitchesby Sharanya Pillai on July 24, 2024 at 9:24 am
COMPANIES may have to contend with “just-in-case” costs while building resilience against global challenges, which range from climate change to supply-chain disruptions,…
- NCSS launches inaugural Sustainable Philanthropy Frameworkby Vivien Ang on July 24, 2024 at 6:48 am
MANY companies have shared that it remains challenging to concretise their contributions, particularly to social needs, Masagos Zulkifli, minister for social and…
- GIC aims to bridge green assets funding gap with new initiativeby Sharanya Pillai on July 23, 2024 at 9:00 pm
SOVEREIGN wealth fund GIC has launched an investment programme to address the funding gap for green assets, such as sustainable steel and…
- My D&I Journey with Karine Vasselin, Capgeminiby Mark Baker on July 22, 2024 at 12:07 pm
Karine shares her personal D&I journey, the best parts of the job… The post My D&I Journey with Karine Vasselin, Capgemini appeared first on Diversity and Inclusion Leaders – Accelerating workplace inclusion.
- ESG considerations do not constrain Temasek or its portfolio companies, says sustainability MDby Janice Lim on July 21, 2024 at 9:00 pm
INTEGRATING environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations into Temasek’s investment process does not mean that the state investor misses out on attractive…
- Backlash against ESG seen in sharp decline of fund launcheson July 21, 2024 at 9:00 pm
AT SOME of the world’s biggest asset managers, environmental, social and governance (ESG) fund launches are quietly stalling.
- The wide ranging benefits of learning British Sign Languageby Mark Baker on July 18, 2024 at 8:38 am
Learning BSL brings huge benefits to deaf and hearing people alike… The post The wide ranging benefits of learning British Sign Language appeared first on Diversity and Inclusion Leaders – Accelerating workplace inclusion.
- How inclusive leaders can help overcome division at workby Mark Baker on July 10, 2024 at 1:04 pm
Many organisations are feeling the reverberations of the so-called culture wars… The post How inclusive leaders can help overcome division at work appeared first on Diversity and Inclusion Leaders – Accelerating workplace inclusion.
- Practical steps towards inclusive procurementby Mark Baker on June 26, 2024 at 8:00 am
Empowering minority-led suppliers needs flexibility and a considered… The post Practical steps towards inclusive procurement appeared first on Diversity and Inclusion Leaders – Accelerating workplace inclusion.
- Getting “Disability Confident” & rethinking reasonable adjustmentsby Mark Baker on June 24, 2024 at 11:07 am
The Disability Confident scheme is designed to encourage employers… The post Getting “Disability Confident” & rethinking reasonable adjustments appeared first on Diversity and Inclusion Leaders – Accelerating workplace inclusion.
- Does D&I ignore white men, and what can we do about it?by Mark Baker on June 20, 2024 at 11:39 am
Coming from a point where we understand men and their own… The post Does D&I ignore white men, and what can we do about it? appeared first on Diversity and Inclusion Leaders – Accelerating workplace inclusion.
- Understanding the connection between belonging and wellbeingby Mark Baker on June 6, 2024 at 11:56 am
A sense of belonging is inextricably linked to wellbeing, and more… The post Understanding the connection between belonging and wellbeing appeared first on Diversity and Inclusion Leaders – Accelerating workplace inclusion.
- Simple ways to make hiring more inclusive for disabled peopleby Mark Baker on May 29, 2024 at 8:19 am
The disability employment gap continues to be high. According to… The post Simple ways to make hiring more inclusive for disabled people appeared first on Diversity and Inclusion Leaders – Accelerating workplace inclusion.
- My D&I Journey with Jim Rottman, Volvo Carsby Mark Baker on May 27, 2024 at 10:28 am
Jim shares his personal D&I journey, the best parts of the job… The post My D&I Journey with Jim Rottman, Volvo Cars appeared first on Diversity and Inclusion Leaders – Accelerating workplace inclusion.
Work/HR
- Why EY, Visa are offering programs to attract athletes, ex-Olympiansby Cloey Callahan on July 26, 2024 at 4:01 am
EY and Visa’s athlete programs help former elite athletes transition into successful corporate careers after retiring from the sport.
- Women only make up 30% of the C-suite — and it’s up to employers to change thatby Paola Peralta on July 25, 2024 at 7:00 pm
Diversity has proven to be a priority for most organizations, but those efforts haven’t made it to their executive teams.
- Why employers should offer an adoption savings planby Deanna Cuadra on July 23, 2024 at 7:00 pm
HSA Bank announced a new adoption assistance plan — should employers be interested?
- FAQs: Sick Leave Netherlands.by Marieke Agatha Stoop on July 23, 2024 at 11:50 am
Questions about Sick Leave in the Netherlands occur often and this article is designed to have easy access to The post FAQs: Sick Leave Netherlands. appeared first on Human in Progress.
- Sick Leave Policy Netherlands Guidance for HR and Entrepreneur.by Marieke Agatha Stoop on July 23, 2024 at 10:32 am
A well-crafted Sick Leave Policy Netherlands is not just a legal necessity; it is a strategic guide to navigate The post Sick Leave Policy Netherlands Guidance for HR and Entrepreneur. appeared first on Human in Progress.
- Employers lengthen time off allowed with paid medical leaveby Hailey Mensik on July 23, 2024 at 4:01 am
Workers today get about six weeks of paid medical leave as part of their companies’ policies, up from about three and a half weeks as of March 2022.
- Why employers can no longer ignore ‘invisible’ disabilitiesby Deanna Cuadra on July 18, 2024 at 7:12 pm
Many employees are reluctant to disclose a disability to a manager. Here’s how to change that.
- CSRD Reporting: Mandatory Reporting on Corporate Sustainability.by Marieke Agatha Stoop on July 18, 2024 at 2:41 pm
In the woke culture of increasing environmental consciousness and the pressing need for transparent corporate governance, the European Union The post CSRD Reporting: Mandatory Reporting on Corporate Sustainability. appeared first on Human in Progress.
- The top 5 companies for working parentsby Courtney Hoff Dockerty on July 18, 2024 at 9:30 am
These firms keep their employees content by providing a robust number of perks.
- What Biden’s age discussion means for workplace ageismby Cloey Callahan on July 18, 2024 at 4:01 am
Recent research found that 47% favored a cap for c-suite roles once they reached 75 years old, but didn’t favor age caps for themselves.
- PTO for RTO: how one company incentivized teams to work in-personby Hailey Mensik on July 16, 2024 at 4:01 am
Newly designed office spaces, free food and other perks are just some ways employers have tried to get staff to return and make it worth their while.
- How rudeness and envy at work harm productivity, engagementby Cloey Callahan on July 15, 2024 at 4:01 am
Research from the Academy of Management found that rudeness, regardless of source, hurts performance on routine and creative tasks.
- Training Budget: Investing in Employee Development.by Marieke Agatha Stoop on July 12, 2024 at 7:01 pm
Investing in employee training is a critical strategy for business success. Establishing a well-thought-out training budget ensures employees remain The post Training Budget: Investing in Employee Development. appeared first on Human in Progress.
- 9 Reasons Why Small Businesses Should Outsource HR.by Marieke Agatha Stoop on July 12, 2024 at 6:00 pm
To outsource HR involves the delegating of various HR job positions to an external provider. These functions can range The post 9 Reasons Why Small Businesses Should Outsource HR. appeared first on Human in Progress.
- How an anti-hustle CEO built a successful startupby Hailey Mensik on July 12, 2024 at 4:01 am
Bea Dixon is founder of feminine hygiene brand The Honey Pot and credits its growth to a culture that prioritizes well-being over the grind.
- How employers can incorporate financial wellness into DEIby John Lowell on July 10, 2024 at 9:30 am
Providing truly equitable benefits can be measured by discovering that two similarly situated employees classified differently have equitable outcomes.
- Showing up to work late is more accepted in new hybrid arrangementsby Hailey Mensik on July 10, 2024 at 4:01 am
Giving more leeway to staff regarding their arrival times is an example of continued demand for flexibility from workers.
- How pet bereavement policies can boost staff retentionby Hailey Mensik on July 5, 2024 at 4:01 am
Few companies have bereavement policies covering the loss of a pet, even as more workers today consider them part of their family.
- AI and Robotics in the Workplace: Pros and Cons.by Marieke Agatha Stoop on July 4, 2024 at 8:20 am
AI in the workplace and robotics advance, companies face the dual challenge and opportunity of integrating these technologies into The post AI and Robotics in the Workplace: Pros and Cons. appeared first on Human in Progress.
- AI in HR: Examples, Benefits and Future Trends.by Marieke Agatha Stoop on July 4, 2024 at 5:13 am
As we stand on the brink of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in HR The post AI in HR: Examples, Benefits and Future Trends. appeared first on Human in Progress.
- Maybe free food is enough to bring people back to the officeby Cloey Callahan on July 4, 2024 at 4:01 am
According Payroll Integrations 2024 State of Employee Financial Wellness Report, 64% of employees say they’re financially unwell.
- Understanding HR Outsourcing for Startups and Scaleups.by Marieke Agatha Stoop on July 3, 2024 at 10:52 am
At Human in Progress, we understand the challenges that come with scaling a business. However, managing tasks including Human The post Understanding HR Outsourcing for Startups and Scaleups. appeared first on Human in Progress.
- Why employees don’t have equal opportunities for business travelby Cloey Callahan on July 1, 2024 at 4:01 am
Two-thirds feel that business travel is critical for career advancement, yet just as many say they haven’t had equal opportunity to travel.
- Mandatory Prevention Officer in the Netherlands.by Marieke Agatha Stoop on June 28, 2024 at 3:34 pm
The Prevention Officer Netherlands is responsible in the organisation for preventing health and safety risks in the workplace. The The post Mandatory Prevention Officer in the Netherlands. appeared first on Human in Progress.
- IVF, mifepristone and how reproductive care will impact the electionby EBN Staff on June 27, 2024 at 9:30 am
Despite SCOTUS preserving access to medication abortion in its most recent ruling, reproductive care continues to be challenged.
- This COO shares how women can be smarter negotiators and get paid moreby Alyssa Place on June 26, 2024 at 4:00 pm
Women need a boost of confidence before heading to the negotiating table. This C-suite executive shares what worked for her.
- Giving birth, then back to work: Having the babyby Deanna Cuadra on June 26, 2024 at 1:00 pm
An OBGYN from Carelon and doula from The Doula Network share how pregnant women can advocate for safer births with the right benefits.
- How organizations can better support LGBTQ familiesby Paola Peralta on June 24, 2024 at 6:00 pm
Nearly all of queer employees would leave their current companies for more expansive benefits — and employers should take note.
- As retirees rethink the future, many are heading back to workby Alyssa Place on June 24, 2024 at 4:00 pm
Employers and employees can both benefit when retirees return to work, as long as both sides keep an open mind around the experience.
- Setting Priorities in HR: How to Work Effectively on Your To-Do List.by Marieke Agatha Stoop on June 18, 2024 at 3:45 pm
Setting priority is important because it supports HR and the organisation to focus on what matters most, managing time The post Setting Priorities in HR: How to Work Effectively on Your To-Do List. appeared first on Human in Progress.