Product Description

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently issued two technical assistance documents providing guidance on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices in the workplace. This guidance carries significant implications for employers and organizations that currently have or seek to implement DEI initiatives while remaining compliant with federal anti-discrimination laws. It is particularly crucial to understand how the guidance affects employer policies and practices in light of evolving litigation risks and claims. A thorough understanding enables lawyers not only to advise employers on best practices and compliance strategies and employees on potential violations, but also to anticipate potential claims, bring or defend against allegations, and shape policies while avoiding unlawful practices.

Agenda & Materials

• 9:30 - 9:45 am

  Overview of EEOC’s DEI Technical Assistance Documents and Intersection with Title VII

  Christopher S. Feudo, Esq., Foley Hoag LLP , Boston
  
• 9:45 - 9:55 am

  Implications for Workplace DEI Initiatives, Implicit Bias Trainings, Affinity Groups, and Affirmative Action

  Christopher S. Feudo, Esq., Foley Hoag LLP , Boston
  Emily J. Nash, Esq., Foley Hoag LLP , Boston
  Barbara A. Robb, Esq., Hartley Michon Robb Hannon LLP , Boston
  
• 9:55 - 10:05 am

  Implications for Hiring, Training, Promotion, Demotion, Discipline, Compensation, and Other Workplace Decisions

  Christopher S. Feudo, Esq., Foley Hoag LLP , Boston
  Emily J. Nash, Esq., Foley Hoag LLP , Boston
  Barbara A. Robb, Esq., Hartley Michon Robb Hannon LLP , Boston
  
• 10:05 - 10:10 am

  Compliance Risks and Practical Strategies for Risk Mitigation

  Christopher S. Feudo, Esq., Foley Hoag LLP , Boston
  Emily J. Nash, Esq., Foley Hoag LLP , Boston
  Barbara A. Robb, Esq., Hartley Michon Robb Hannon LLP , Boston
  
• 10:10 - 10:15 am

  Policy Review, Recordkeeping, and Documentation Requirements

  Christopher S. Feudo, Esq., Foley Hoag LLP , Boston
  Emily J. Nash, Esq., Foley Hoag LLP , Boston
  Barbara A. Robb, Esq., Hartley Michon Robb Hannon LLP , Boston
  
• 10:15 - 10:25 am

  Emerging Litigation Trends and Case Law

  Christopher S. Feudo, Esq., Foley Hoag LLP , Boston
  Emily J. Nash, Esq., Foley Hoag LLP , Boston
  Barbara A. Robb, Esq., Hartley Michon Robb Hannon LLP , Boston
  
• 10:25 - 10:30 am

  "Ask the Experts" Q&A Session and Key Takeaways

  Panel
  

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