In today’s highly competitive job market, candidates must effectively highlight their skills and qualifications throughout the hiring process. Employers can contribute to a more equitable and inclusive work environment by prioritizing relevant experience and expertise over personal characteristics. Understanding your rights is key to challenging workplace discrimination and ensuring fair access to opportunities, regardless of factors such as race, gender, age, disability, or other legally protected attributes.
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) enforces federal laws that prohibit discriminatory hiring and employment practices. Additionally, the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) protects individuals from national origin-based bias, particularly during hiring and employment verification procedures.
Initiatives like Ban-the-Box and Fair Chance Hiring help remove obstacles for individuals with criminal records by regulating when and how employers can inquire about past convictions.
When facing workplace discrimination or addressing complex concerns such as domestic violence, consulting with a knowledgeable legal professional can be a vital step in finding effective solutions.
For more information on employee rights and approaches to handling workplace discrimination, see the infographic below.
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