Why Are Young Workers Less Engaged Today?

With the unemployment rate hitting 9.5 percent in June, job security is dwindling. But Generation Y is feeling it the most--and investing the least in their jobs. Why? What else has a new Boston College Sloan Center on Aging & Work study found?.

Gay Slur Costs Hawaii Coach $169K

How do you turn a misstep into a teachable experience? Find out how one football coach learned the hard way..

DiversityInc's Learning Event: What Are the Key Takeaways?

What did more than 100 chief diversity officers learn at DiversityInc's first learning event in March?.

How Will Sotomayor's Leadership Style Change the Court?

Today, the Senate will vote on Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor. And while the verdict is still out, it looks as though she will become the first Latina and third woman Supreme Court justice. How will her leadership style change the court as we know it?.

Looking for Work? The Government Is Still Hiring--Really!

With the job market in a rut, the government is making sure you know about its programs specifically for people from traditionally underrepresented groups. What are some of the programs? How can they help you?.

'To Whom It May Concern': Boomer Job-Search Blunders

Are you a boomer who is looking for a job for the first time in years? Make sure you don't make these all-too-common mistakes..

Disability Discrimination Rulings: How Can They Impact Your Workplace?

From chronic fatigue syndrome to positive drug-test results, issues addressed in ADA cases can seriously impact your company. Read the latest court findings here..

Boomers: What Job-Search Blunders Should You Avoid?

DiversityInc's article "To Whom It May Concern': Boomer Job-Search Blunders" had our readers sharing career advice. Here's one of the best comments we received..

5 Ways Your Alma Mater Can Help You Find a Job

Learn how your alma mater can be an excellent resource for your job search..

The Importance of Transferable Skills (VIDEO)

Coach Lynn explains why you should keep your skills up-to-date. .

How to Help Your Child Find a Job

Want your kids to find a job? Follow these four parenting tips for your child's career development..

5 Things NEVER to Say to Muslim Coworkers

"I didn't know you were Arab." Find out what other culturally insensitive comments people make to colleagues of the Islamic faith..

Coach Lynn on Her Career Path: Her Beginnings as a Motivator (VIDEO)

Follow along as Coach Lynn tells the story of how a crisis at work acted as the catalyst to begin her career of inspiring people..

How Many Veterans Have PTSD?

Get the answer and other facts on this growing demographic here..

Do Blacks Need to Relax Their Natural Hair to Get Promoted?

Does this reader need to relax her natural hair to get ahead in the workplace? Read what the White Guy says. .

Obama Signs UN Treaty to Protect People With Disabilities

A new U.N. treaty bars discrimination against people with disabilities--globally. What effect will this have on global diversity?.

From Diversity to Inclusion: Considering the Universally Designed Workplace

Solutions developed as support strategies for individuals with disabilities can be applied to other groups. See how..

Don't Judge Me Based on My Hair

Whether or not Black women should change their hairstyle for the workplace continues to be a discussion on DiversityInc.com. Read responses to our article Do Blacks Need to Relax Their Natural Hair to Get Promoted?".

Sonia Sotomayor: A Courageous Latina Leader

The confirmation of Sonia Sotomayor as the third woman and first Latino U.S. Supreme Court justice provides important insights into leadership practices among Latinas..

Key Business Demographic: The Aging World Population

The U.S. Census Bureau reports important age demographics. How can these help your business?.

How Can You Prepare for a Job Interview?

Before going to that important sit-down, make sure you're not missing anything from our pre-interview checklist..

What Are the Latest Employment-Law Decisions?

Find out how courts are ruling on workplace accommodations, ranging from family caregivers to employees who are active-duty service members..

How to Find Jobs at Diversity-Friendly Companies

Can you determine if a company is really committed to diversity? Ask these questions before sending out your résumé..

Things NEVER to Say to Muslim Coworkers Has DiversityInc Readers Divided

Our article "5 Things NEVER to Say to Muslim Coworkers" has readers talking--about religion in the workplace, customs, attitudes and accommodations. Read a sample of these comments here..

Does McDonald's Web Site Stereotype Blacks?

When McDonald's launched 365Black.com, they thought they were reaching out to the Black community. But is the site stereotyping Blacks? Why are bloggers incensed? .

Is the Military Right for You?

Can joining the military help your career and pay for college? Read this to find out. .

Looking for a Job? Think Green

President Barack Obama pledged tens of millions of dollars to stimulate green-collar jobs. Here are three things women, Blacks and Latinos need to know about pursuing an eco-friendly career..

What's the Right Way to Respond to Inappropriate Comments?

How should you handle insensitive remarks in the workplace? Coach Lynn Johnson explains why it's important to respond logically rather than emotionally..

JCPenney Customers "Round-up" for Kids

JCPenney Customers "Round-up" for Kids.

Career Advice for Women: Don't Be Afraid to Assert Yourself

Cisco's Marilyn Nagel offers firsthand advice on how women can move into senior leadership positions..

How to Highlight Your Diversity

Coach Lynn explains why being yourself pays off in the workplace..

Do Coworkers Really Say That to Veterans?

DiversityInc readers, several former military personnel, said our article "6 Things NEVER to Say to a Veteran Coworker" was right on the mark. What else are they discussing?.

Work/Life Programs Thrive During Recession

Companies are cutting costs but keeping work/life programs. Why? And what new legislation will help you implement work/life initiatives? Find out what new research is out from the Families and Work Institute..

AT&T Vs. Apple: Check Out Company Web Sites for Diversity Before Applying

DiversityInc put two leading technology consumer companies through our "diversity web" test. How did they stack up? What can you learn about these and other employers?.

6 Things NEVER to Say to a Veteran Coworker

"Have you ever killed anyone?" Find out the most inappropriate questions to ask former military service members in your workplace..

Change Misperceptions About Asian Americans

Is this demographic adequately represented on corporate boards?.

Why Should Lesbians & Gays Serve Openly in the Military? (VIDEO)

From WWII combat to coming out to friends, Rupert Starr, a brave 80-year-old veteran, shares his personal story of courage..

What's the U.S. Tennis Association's 100-Day Diversity Plan? (VIDEO)

Watch our exclusive interview with USTA's Chief Diversity Officer Kevin Clayton to find out..

Veterans Month

Veterans face unique challenges re-entering the workplace. How are they being helped and what else needs to be done?.

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Leaders of Supplier Diversity

What are companies that are committed to diversity doing to strengthen ties with minority-owned suppliers? How are they providing vendor support in this tough economy?.

Sunny Anderson on DiversityInc

Sunny Anderson on DiversityInc.

KPMG Foundation Marks 15th Year of Minority Accounting Doctoral Scholarship Program With Awards of $390,000 to Scholars

The KPMG Foundation is marking the 15th anniversary of its Minority Accounting Doctoral Scholarship program by announcing today it has awarded a total of $390,000 in scholarships to 39 minority doctoral scholars for the 2009 -- 2010 academic year..

Abbott Testifies Before U.S. Congress on Role of Private Sector in Advancing Science Education

In a hearing today of the U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Research and Science Education, part of the larger Committee on Science and Technology, Abbott testified on its contributions as a private sector company in a multi-stakeholder, systems approach to improving kindergarten through 12th grade (K-12) science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education..

Why the B in Black Is Capitalized at DiversityInc

The White Guy responds to a DiversityInc reader who asks why in other publications the "b" in "blacks" is not capitalized..

Charlotte: A Work-Force Attraction

Charlotte: A Work-Force Attraction.

Why Are Age-Discrimination Charges on the Rise?

Age-discrimination claims have hit an all-time high, up more than 49 percent, from 16,550 claims filed in 2006 to 24,600 in 2008, according to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). And that's before the worst of the recession even began. Why the upsurge? What can employers do to protect themselves? To find out, DiversityInc asked discrimination-law attorney Weldon Latham..

Billie Williamson: Creating Opportunity

Billie Williamson, who took over as Americas inclusiveness officer at Ernst & Young last year, is committed to equal opportunity and appreciating differences..

Supplier Strategies From Deloittes Michael McMahon

Michael McMahon started his career working with numbers but soon understood how critical the right numbers and corresponding strategies are to a company's vision and values..

JCPenney's Peter McGrath: Illustrating Real Progress

Peter McGrath walked by his colleague's desk every day for years, barely noticing the generic photo of the man with a woman everyone assumed was his wife. Then one day, the woman's picture (it was his sister) was gone. Instead, the man proudly displayed a photo of himself with his male partner..

How to Learn From Your Peers

We at DiversityInc often talk about how quickly the field of diversity management is evolving and how aggressively companies are pushing their diversity initiatives in order to compete in the marketplace. What we've been impressed with even more in recent months is the level of excitement and innovation demonstrated by chief diversity officers and their teams..

DiversityInc Mourns the Death of Sen. Edward M. Kennedy (1932-2009)

Sen. Edward M. Kennedy was a champion of healthcare, immigration reform and civil rights..

IBM Expands Corporate Service Corps in Emerging Markets

IBM Expands Corporate Service Corps in Emerging Markets.

Entergy Charitable Foundation Gives Grant to Teach For America

Entergy Charitable Foundation Gives Grant to Teach For America.

5th Annual We're About Success Program Gives 100 African-American Accountants Tools, Tips To Advance To CPA and Beyond

5th Annual "We're About Success" Program Gives 100 African-American Accountants Tools, Tips To Advance To CPA and Beyond.