HR Grapevine

🔍 Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) is redefining its approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) by shifting the focus to “Inclusion.” Here are the key takeaways: 1️⃣ Commitment to a diverse workforce that reflects all perspectives. 2️⃣ Continued emphasis on inclusive storytelling in film and television. 3️⃣ Revised recruitment and training programs to ensure equal opportunity. 4️⃣ Internal data collection to maintain alignment with audience demographics. This strategic pivot highlights WBD's dedication to fostering a culture where every employee feels valued. 👉 Curious to learn more about this transformation? Read the full story and follow our LinkedIn page for updates! https://okt.to/po7YvS

Our HR Director, Liz Stokes, recently sat down with HR Grapevine for The Big Interview to discuss her journey in HR, the challenges of workforce development and how The APC is fostering a culture of growth and engagement.   In this in-depth conversation, Liz shares insights from her career, key lessons in HR and leadership and how she is leading initiatives to ensure The APC remains an employer of choice.   Read the full interview here 👇 https://lnkd.in/eqZKA3_w #hr #interview #theapc #hrgrapevine

Federal agencies have been instructed to draft plans for further significant job reductions as part of a broad restructuring effort by the Trump administration. #redundancies #DonaldTrump https://okt.to/1NIU7F

Employee wellbeing solutions are everywhere, but the rising rates of healthcare costs, absence rates and anxiety show a critical gap in prevention - particularly with some health issues affecting 64% of employees. Equip your organisation with proven strategies and tools to not just keep up - but lead in today’s challenging workplace landscape. Download this guide by Vitrue Health today! https://okt.to/TbVc41

🚀 Exciting times in HR! Cindy Rubbens, Chief People Experience Officer at Blacklane, is leading the charge in transforming HR for the future. Here are three key takeaways from her recent podcast episode: 1️⃣ Embracing AI in the workplace. 2️⃣ Best practices for adopting new technologies. 3️⃣ Empowering employees with essential digital skills. Curious to learn more about Cindy's innovative approach? 🎧 Check out the full story on our podcast and don’t forget to follow our page for insights into the evolving world of HR! #HRInnovation #DigitalTransformation #Leadership https://okt.to/yraJ9q

Ramadan is expected to begin on the evening of Friday, 28 February and last until Sunday, 30 March, depending on the visibility of the new crescent moon. For HR professionals and business leaders, understanding and accommodating the needs of Muslim employees during Ramadan is not just a matter of legal compliance but an opportunity to foster workplace inclusivity and enhance employee wellbeing. #WorkplaceWellbeing #Culture https://okt.to/6uZyDI

Paramount Global has announced significant changes to its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, citing compliance with federal mandates and recent executive orders under Donald Trump. #DEI #FilmAndTV https://okt.to/wVZITD

A federal watchdog has ruled that some of the Trump administration’s mass firings of probationary federal employees were unlawful, potentially paving the way for affected workers to reclaim their positions. #redundancies #DonaldTrump https://okt.to/sK4Wcy

This morning, we hosted the first HR Grapevine MeetUp of 2025, focusing on Employee Experience! 🌟 A key priority within HR, employee experience shapes innovation, teamwork, and overall organisational success. Through three insightful sessions, we explored how prioritising wellbeing and development unlocks new opportunities for businesses. A huge thank you to ADP and Brook Street for sponsoring this event! 🙌 Some of the topics covered included: 1️⃣ How payroll delivery can make or break the employee experience 2️⃣ Designing a work policy that sticks, whether RTO, WFH or hybrid 3️⃣ How HR can tackle the biggest driver of employee disengagement Thank you to everyone who joined us! Want to get involved in future MeetUps? Check out our Media Kit to learn more and connect with our team 👇 #EmployeeExperience #HR #event https://okt.to/MUdamB

New research has revealed a sharp increase in the number of women who are potentially pushed out of their job when pregnant, during or when returning from maternity leave. #MaternityLeave #discrimination https://okt.to/l8ShOo