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History
fromwww.aljazeera.com
12 hours ago

Slavery reparations are just, but who exactly owes whom?

Some African elites benefited from the slave trade, complicating the narrative of reparations in the context of historical injustices.
Social justice
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Law Professors Argue Abandoning The Diversity Rule Will Hurt The ABA's Reputation - Above the Law

The American Bar Association faces pressure to eliminate its diversity accreditation requirement amid ongoing debates about racial equity in legal education.
Women
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Why work still sucks for women

Women face significant workplace challenges, including the gender pay gap, leadership barriers, harassment, and unpaid domestic work responsibilities.
Healthcare
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

Tech bills of the week: Improving maternal health; Expanding access for disabled Americans; and more

The Tech to Save Moms Act aims to improve maternal health outcomes through enhanced telehealth services and technology access for expecting mothers.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Court rules trans people have right to accurate IDs: "Trans discrimination is sex discrimination" - LGBTQ Nation

Trans residents in Montana can update legal documents to reflect their gender identity, affirming their rights against discrimination.
NYC real estate
from48 hills
2 days ago

The best and worst of CA housing policy, on display at UCLA conference - 48 hills

The Yimby narrative on housing is challenged by evidence showing economic inequality, not regulation, drives high housing prices.
#fair-housing
SF LGBT
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

California, other states sue to block Trump effort to roll back fair housing protections

California and allied states sued the Trump administration for rolling back fair housing protections for LGBTQ+ people and other marginalized groups, arguing the policy is illegal and undermines state civil rights enforcement.
SF LGBT
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

California, other states sue to block Trump effort to roll back fair housing protections

California and allied states sued the Trump administration for rolling back fair housing protections for LGBTQ+ people and other marginalized groups, arguing the policy is illegal and undermines state civil rights enforcement.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Religious law firm convinces nuns to sue state over trans-inclusive law - LGBTQ Nation

Nuns at a Catholic hospice are suing New York over laws they claim violate their religious rights regarding gender identity and pronoun usage.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

$35 Million Racial Discrimination Suit Against Troutman Pepper Ends In Settlement - Above the Law

Troutman Pepper settled a racial discrimination lawsuit with former associate Gita Sankano, who alleged dehumanizing treatment and wrongful termination.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Single-sex space guidance for organisations to be published after May elections

The government will publish new guidance on single-sex spaces after elections on May 7, based on biological sex definitions.
#disability-rights
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

A gay bar kicked out a wheelchair user as a "fire risk." Her response forced the bar to make amends. - LGBTQ Nation

Club Tropicana in Manchester apologized to Maddie Haining after discriminating against her as a wheelchair user, violating U.K. disability access laws.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

'I was kicked out of bar because of my wheelchair'

Maddie Haining was removed from a nightclub due to her wheelchair being deemed a safety risk, which she called discrimination.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

A gay bar kicked out a wheelchair user as a "fire risk." Her response forced the bar to make amends. - LGBTQ Nation

Club Tropicana in Manchester apologized to Maddie Haining after discriminating against her as a wheelchair user, violating U.K. disability access laws.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

'I was kicked out of bar because of my wheelchair'

Maddie Haining was removed from a nightclub due to her wheelchair being deemed a safety risk, which she called discrimination.
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

Georgia LIHTC credit match stays in place for now

Georgia's program ranks among the most generous in the country, with many states offering their own versions of a match with the federal LIHTC program, often focusing on preserving existing affordable housing rather than building more.
Real estate
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why workplaces need a gendered health approach

For decades, work was designed around a fiction, that of the 'neutral' worker, an abstract individual assumed to be fully available, consistent, rational, and unaffected by bodily constraints. But this neutrality was never real.
Women
#transgender-rights
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago
LGBT

Federal court sides with trans athletes & says Donald Trump's executive orders aren't law - LGBTQ Nation

LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

The Right Thinks I Don't Exist. The Left Thinks I'm a Liability. I'm Just Trying to Figure Out How to Live.

Transgender individuals in America face increasing legislative attacks, yet embracing authenticity and gender expansiveness is crucial for survival and fulfillment.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Federal appeals court says Trump orders aren't law, rejects trans athlete ban in Minnesota

Transgender students in Minnesota can compete in sports consistent with their gender identity after a federal appeals court ruling.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Federal court sides with trans athletes & says Donald Trump's executive orders aren't law - LGBTQ Nation

Federal appeals court rules in favor of trans athletes, rejecting attempts to ban trans kids from girls' sports in Minnesota.
LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

The Right Thinks I Don't Exist. The Left Thinks I'm a Liability. I'm Just Trying to Figure Out How to Live.

Transgender individuals in America face increasing legislative attacks, yet embracing authenticity and gender expansiveness is crucial for survival and fulfillment.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Federal appeals court says Trump orders aren't law, rejects trans athlete ban in Minnesota

Transgender students in Minnesota can compete in sports consistent with their gender identity after a federal appeals court ruling.
LGBT
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

The EEOC Is No Longer Protecting Federal Workers From Gender Identity Discrimination

Recent decisions limit protections for federal workers regarding gender identity discrimination and bathroom use.
fromApaonline
1 week ago

On the Insufficiency of Current Gender Equality Policies in Academia and the Necessity of a Cultural Shift

In 2021, women held only 28% of professorships in higher education and research institutions, even though they comprised 48% of PhD students, according to data gathered from a sample of 900 EU and non-EU institutions.
Philosophy
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
3 days ago

Opinion: Don't Let a Proven Housing Preservation Tool Slip Through the Cracks

New York City must reform the J-51 program to preserve affordable housing and address the housing crisis effectively.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Jury Decides Mother-To-Be's Discrimination Case In DLA Piper's Favor - Above the Law

DLA Piper won a discrimination lawsuit brought by Anisha Mehta, who claimed she was fired for taking parental leave.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Disabled man rejected for dream job' for third time after months of unpaid work

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting and support for journalists.
#lgbtq
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago
LGBT

Trans teacher forced to use wrong pronouns at school is fleeing her state: "I don't trust Florida" - LGBTQ Nation

fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago
Social justice

West Hollywood is protecting modern families. The rest of California should be next

California laws need to reflect diverse family structures beyond the traditional nuclear family model.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago
LGBT

She came out to a homophobic student. The school quickly forced her to resign. - LGBTQ Nation

A teacher's assistant resigned after being investigated for addressing a student's homophobic comments, impacting her future employment and benefits.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Trans teacher forced to use wrong pronouns at school is fleeing her state: "I don't trust Florida" - LGBTQ Nation

Saoirse Stone, a trans teacher, is leaving Florida due to discriminatory laws affecting LGBTQ+ individuals in education.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Lesbian organization wins appeal in demand to ban trans & bi women from events - LGBTQ Nation

A federal judge in Australia has set aside a ruling allowing the Lesbian Action Group to discriminate against trans and bisexual women, returning the case for reevaluation.
Social justice
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

West Hollywood is protecting modern families. The rest of California should be next

California laws need to reflect diverse family structures beyond the traditional nuclear family model.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

She came out to a homophobic student. The school quickly forced her to resign. - LGBTQ Nation

A teacher's assistant resigned after being investigated for addressing a student's homophobic comments, impacting her future employment and benefits.
#discrimination
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Biglaw Firm Sued For Firing Staffer A Month After Returning From Disability - Above the Law

Firing an employee shortly after disability leave, amid claims of a hostile work environment, can lead to legal repercussions.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Biglaw Firm Sued For Firing Staffer A Month After Returning From Disability - Above the Law

Firing an employee shortly after disability leave, amid claims of a hostile work environment, can lead to legal repercussions.
fromFast Company
2 days ago

IBM just settled a major anti-DEI case for $17 million

Racial discrimination is illegal, and government contractors cannot evade the law by repackaging it as DEI. The Department launched the Civil Rights Fraud Initiative to root out this misconduct, hold offenders accountable, and end this practice for good.
Social justice
NYC parents
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Is Mandated Reporting Racist? What Families Must Know

Low reporting standards and systemic racism lead to unjust CPS reports, disproportionately affecting Black and Brown families.
#ibm
Law
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

IBM pays $17M fine to end DOJ suit over DEI programs | TechCrunch

IBM settled for $17 million over allegations of illegal DEI practices in hiring and promotions.
Law
fromEngadget
1 week ago

IBM settles its DEI lawsuit with the DOJ for $17 million

IBM will pay over $17 million to settle DOJ accusations of violating civil rights laws with its DEI practices.
Social justice
fromComputerworld
3 days ago

IBM's government DEI settlement could increase pressure to avoid tech hiring diversity

IBM's settlement with the DOJ dismantles its DEI programs and halts workforce diversification efforts.
Law
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

IBM pays $17M fine to end DOJ suit over DEI programs | TechCrunch

IBM settled for $17 million over allegations of illegal DEI practices in hiring and promotions.
Law
fromEngadget
1 week ago

IBM settles its DEI lawsuit with the DOJ for $17 million

IBM will pay over $17 million to settle DOJ accusations of violating civil rights laws with its DEI practices.
Social justice
fromComputerworld
3 days ago

IBM's government DEI settlement could increase pressure to avoid tech hiring diversity

IBM's settlement with the DOJ dismantles its DEI programs and halts workforce diversification efforts.
#antisemitism
Higher education
from6abc Philadelphia
2 weeks ago

Judge says Penn must turn over information about Jewish employees in US discrimination probe

A federal judge ordered the University of Pennsylvania to provide records about Jewish employees for an investigation into antisemitic discrimination.
Higher education
from6abc Philadelphia
2 weeks ago

Judge says Penn must turn over information about Jewish employees in US discrimination probe

A federal judge ordered the University of Pennsylvania to provide records about Jewish employees for an investigation into antisemitic discrimination.
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Workplaces are pushing out working mothers-and paying the cost

Welsh and another pregnant colleague developed a plan. They would share a caseload, splitting responsibilities so they could continue working part-time while caring for their growing families.
Women
#caste-discrimination
Social justice
fromNEPYORK
4 days ago

New York Lawmakers and Advocates Rally in Jackson Heights to Advance Landmark Bill to Ban Caste Discrimination - NEPYORK

New York lawmakers are advancing a bill to prohibit caste-based discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations.
Social justice
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

India: A Dalit officer highlights caste bias in judiciary

Caste influences recruitment, interactions, and career progression in the judiciary, affecting Dalit candidates' opportunities and experiences.
Social justice
fromNEPYORK
4 days ago

New York Lawmakers and Advocates Rally in Jackson Heights to Advance Landmark Bill to Ban Caste Discrimination - NEPYORK

New York lawmakers are advancing a bill to prohibit caste-based discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations.
Social justice
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

India: A Dalit officer highlights caste bias in judiciary

Caste influences recruitment, interactions, and career progression in the judiciary, affecting Dalit candidates' opportunities and experiences.
Social justice
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

LGBTQ+ youth say prisons and policing fail hate crime victims. Now what?

Communities are urged to adopt non-punitive, community-based solutions to address violence, particularly for marginalized groups like LGBTQ+ individuals.
Law
fromHoodline
1 week ago

Charlotte Wells Fargo Veteran Says Bank Punished Her For Working From Home

Beth Arbuckle is suing Wells Fargo for alleged retaliation after seeking a work-from-home accommodation due to her medical conditions.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Parents sue over school's trans-inclusive bathroom policy to protect their daughters' "dignity" - LGBTQ Nation

A coalition of conservative parents is suing a Wisconsin school district over trans-inclusive bathroom policies, claiming violations of privacy and dignity for female students.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Decision to Disclose a Hidden Disability at Work

Job seekers with invisible disabilities often hide their conditions due to discrimination fears, missing opportunities for workplace accommodations that could improve their performance and comfort.
Women
fromDefector
2 weeks ago

Female Ref Sues NFL For Discrimination, Says She Was Told To 'Shut Your Fucking Mouth' By Another Official | Defector

Robin DeLorenzo is suing the NFL for gender discrimination and harassment during her time as a referee.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Lawsuit against gay activist could help destroy the right to protest, judge & lawyers say - LGBTQ Nation

A federal appeals court ruling may deter individuals from participating in protests, impacting free speech and assembly rights.
#higher-education
Higher education
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Federal judge halts White House effort to collect university data on applicants' race

A federal judge halted data collection efforts by the Trump administration regarding race in college admissions, citing rushed implementation and potential privacy risks.
Higher education
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Federal judge halts White House effort to collect university data on applicants' race

A federal judge halted data collection efforts by the Trump administration regarding race in college admissions, citing rushed implementation and potential privacy risks.
LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

EHRC updates guidance on how to apply supreme court ruling on gender

The EHRC updated its guidance on gender following government feedback to clarify the implementation of the supreme court ruling on biological sex.
LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Nurse wins settlement in trans pronouns dispute

A nurse won a settlement against her NHS trust after being suspended for breaching a transgender patient's confidentiality.
Social justice
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 days ago

Remembering Carl Anthony, architect who brought racial equity analysis to environmental movement

Carl Cokine Anthony, an influential architect and environmental justice leader, passed away at 87, leaving a legacy of racial equity and regionalism.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

Is 2026 still a year of hope for LGBTQ+ people? - LGBTQ Nation

Trans rights have faced significant setbacks in 2023, with multiple states enacting anti-trans legislation and the Supreme Court ruling against protections.
fromNonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.
1 month ago

90 Percent of Student Discrimination and Harassment Complaints Were Dismissed Last Year. Here's Why. | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

President Donald Trump's efforts to dismantle the Department of Education has created a crisis that critics long feared: leaving marginalized students vulnerable to misconduct with little federal intervention. A new report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO), a nonpartisan arm of Congress, paints a damning picture of how mass layoffs and the slashing of resources at the agency have significantly impacted the civil rights of students.
US politics
LGBT
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

NYC's LGBTQIA+ office leader poised to tackle 'entrenched disparities'

New York City opens its first office for LGBTQIA+ Affairs, led by civil rights attorney Taylor Brown, the highest-ranking openly trans person in city government.
#eeoc
Social justice
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Born out of the Civil Rights era, the EEOC pivots toward protecting white people

The EEOC is shifting focus to combat discrimination against all races and sexes, emphasizing legality over diversity initiatives.
Social justice
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Born out of the Civil Rights era, the EEOC pivots toward protecting white people

The EEOC is shifting focus to combat discrimination against all races and sexes, emphasizing legality over diversity initiatives.
NYC real estate
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

New York law banning Section 8 housing discrimination struck down

A New York State appeals court ruled that a state law banning Section 8 discrimination violates the Fourth Amendment, claiming it forces landlords to consent to governmental property searches.
#fair-housing-act
Law
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

16 attorneys general sue HUD over fair housing guidance

Sixteen state attorneys general sued HUD over September guidance that allegedly pressures FHAP agencies to narrow discrimination standards, threatening decertification and funding loss.
Law
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

16 attorneys general sue HUD over fair housing guidance

Sixteen state attorneys general sued HUD over September guidance that allegedly pressures FHAP agencies to narrow discrimination standards, threatening decertification and funding loss.
Design
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The biggest barrier to accessibility is not usability

Accessible product adoption fails primarily due to shame and stigma rather than functional deficiencies; successful design requires dignity and emotional appeal alongside technical functionality.
LGBT
fromFast Company
1 month ago

'Being gay feels like a liability again': More LGBTQ+ workers are staying in the closet

Despite corporate pride initiatives, LGBTQ+ employees are increasingly hiding their identities at work, with nearly half now less open about their identity than a year ago.
Social justice
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

Planned Parenthood chapter settles with EEOC over treatment of white employees

Planned Parenthood of Illinois paid $500,000 to settle EEOC discrimination charges involving race-based employee segregation and harassment in diversity programs.
Social justice
fromFortune
1 month ago

HR's new DEI reality: document everything | Fortune

Companies should ground DEI efforts in solid business cases to ensure their survival amid increased discrimination litigation and regulatory scrutiny.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

DOJ investigates whether schools taught about LGBTQ+ people without letting parents opt-out - LGBTQ Nation

Dhillon's statement specifically referenced Mahmoud v. Taylor, the 2025 Supreme Court decision, which said that schools must allow religious parents to opt their children out of any lessons acknowledging that LGBTQ+ people exist. The court agreed with the parents' claim that their First Amendment rights were violated when schools used books that included LGBTQ+ characters. The existence of queer people contradicts some parents' religious beliefs and, thus, violates their First Amendment right to direct their children's religious upbringing, the court said.
US politics
Law
fromwww.hrdive.com
2 months ago

EEOC warns agencies against blanket approach' to telework denial

Agencies must evaluate telework accommodations for federal employees with disabilities individually and cannot blanket-deny recurring or full‑time telework.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Data is power: What we need to build meaningful infrastructure for Black & brown trans folks - LGBTQ Nation

Black transgender people are systematically excluded from research design and data collection, rendering their lived experiences invisible in statistics used by policymakers and organizations.
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