US Functional Unemployment Rises to 24.7% as Women & Black Workers Hit Hardest
Nearly 1 in 4 Americans face functional unemployment. Women and Black workers are hit hardest as gender and racial gaps widen, new report finds.
Eight in 10 Working Parents Say Their Childcare “Village” is Shrinking, New Study Finds
81% of working parents say the childcare “village” they rely on during the workday is smaller than it was for previous generations, according to new research.
Neurodiversity Celebration Week: Why Employers Must Do More to Support Neurodivergent Workers
As Neurodiversity Celebration Week highlights different ways of thinking, several studies suggests many workplaces still lack the awareness, communication practices and support systems needed for neurodivergent employees to thrive.
One in Five Companies Have Stopped Hiring Entry-Level Workers Because of AI
A growing number of companies are freezing entry-level hiring as AI reshapes the workforce, according to new research.
Record Minority Representation on FTSE Boards, but Black Leaders Still Underrepresented
Corporate Britain has reached a milestone in boardroom diversity, with minority representation at record highs across FTSE companies. But the latest Parker Review warns progress remains uneven, with Black leaders still significantly underrepresented despite broader gains.
Gender Pay Inequality Could Cost Women Millions Over Their Careers, New Study Warns
New research shows that the true cost of gender pay inequality is likely to be far greater than many professionals realise.
AI is Increasing the Need for English Skills, Say 8 in 10 Global Employers
A new global survey reveals that AI is increasing – not reducing – the demand for English proficiency in the workplace.
Employee Appreciation Day: Why Only ¼ of Workers Feel Valued at Work
New research to mark Employee Appreciation Day shows recognition may be one of the most powerful, yet overlooked, drivers of engagement, productivity and retention.
International Women’s Day 2026: Why Workplaces Are Central to the Fight for Gender Equality
With global progress still slow, International Women’s Day 2026 is shifting the focus from awareness to action, and the workplace is at the centre of that change.
One in Five Hiring Managers Admit They’re Less Likely to Hire Overweight Candidates
Nearly one in five hiring managers in the US admit they are less likely to hire an overweight job candidate, according to new research highlighting persistent workplace weight discrimination.
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