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Today is Equal Pay Day! According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, women earn 84 cents for every dollar earned by men, and the gap widens when race is considered. finds that 29% of Black women, compared to 22% of White women, 21% of Latinas, and 19% of Asian women, say that their pay is lower than that of their peers. This Equal Pay Day, let’s shine a light on these disparities by promoting pay transparency and fostering workplace practices that support fair compensation. Visit Coqual.org to learn more about equity at work.

Happy International Women’s Day! This year’s theme, “Inspire Inclusion,” calls for a world free from bias, stereotypes, and discrimination; a world that’s diverse, equitable and inclusive. ’s recent equity report reveals significant gender-based disparities in the workplace: 21% of women professionals feel they have been treated unfairly because of their gender compared to only 7% of men. As we celebrate this day, let’s commit to fostering inclusive workplaces where everyone receives fair treatment and equal opportunities to succeed. To learn more about equity and inclusion at work, visit Coqual.org.

Coqual kicks off Women's History Month by celebrating women's workplace achievements while highlighting existing gaps. Despite some progress, career advancement and equality for women in leadership falls short. finds that in the U.S., two-thirds of men (67%) say they have been promoted or considered for a promotion at their company in the last four years, compared to only about half of women (53%). Let’s work together to advance gender equality for women in the workplace. To learn more about equity at work, visit Coqual.org.

is excited to join the action at South by Southwest with our CEO Lanaya Irvin participating in a powerful fireside with Gina Chua, Executive Editor at Semafor, on March 8 at 11:30am CT. The session, "Gender Reimagined: Are Corporations Prepared?" will highlight the generational shift in understanding gender identity, expression, and prejudice and will include findings from Coqual's recent research study, "Gender in the Global Workplace.” Attendees can expect an engaging discussion filled with personal stories, focusing on the experiences of women, transgender, and gender-diverse professionals. This event is essential for those dedicated to fostering inclusive work environments for people of all genders. For more details, visit https://schedule.sxsw.com/2024/events/PP139499.

As Black History Month comes to a close, 's Black Equity Index remains a beacon for year-round progress. Coqual’s BEI harnesses the power of data to create opportunities for Black professionals and aims to improve the hiring, representation, promotion, inclusion, and retention of Black talent. The recently released BEI white paper provides recommendations for organizations and their leaders to demonstrate their commitment to racial equity and create a more diverse and inclusive future. To learn more about the BEI, visit https://coqual.org/black-equity-index/.

finds many Black professionals struggle with a sense of belonging at work and feel out of place due to their race. Additionally, they often find themselves less likely to receive work assignments appropriate for their level. As we navigate Black History Month, let’s support Black professionals year-round, work together to break down barriers and foster true equity at work. Learn more at Coqual.org.

In celebration of Black History Month, join us tomorrow, February 6 at 12 PM EST, for “Moving the Needle Forward.” This webinar will spotlight ’s data and insights from its recent research reports on Equity at Work, Belonging, and the groundbreaking “Being Black in Corporate America,” as well as the latest findings from the Black Equity Index. We are excited to feature Darryl W. Gibbs, Chief Diversity Officer, Equitable, along with Coqual's Vice President, Leadership Development Dr. Michelle Brown and Business Development Manager, Krystal Rincon for an in-depth discussion about the experiences of Black professionals in and out of the workplace. Coqual webinars are free for task force members, reach out to [email protected] to join!

kicks off Black History month by honoring the legacy and contributions of Black Americans while reflecting on the challenges they face in the workplace. Coqual finds that nearly one in three (30%) Black professionals feel they are treated unfairly due to their race or ethnicity; they are 10 times as likely as White professionals to have this view. As we celebrate the richness of Black history, let's address the inequities in hiring, promotion, and compensation while fostering programs to support career growth. For ways to build safe and equitable environments for Black professionals in the workplace, visit Coqual.org.

Today is Native Women’s Equal Pay Day! According to the National Women's Law Center, Native American women earn just 55 cents on the dollar compared to white, non-Hispanic men—and some communities of Native American women experience even wider wage gaps. Let’s address this pay disparity, prioritize Native voices, and respect their cultural practices. Join in advocating for equitable workplaces for all! Visit https://loom.ly/HJupF5M for more information and ways to support Native American women today and always.

Building Black representation at every level of an organization is critical to moving DE&I efforts forward, but Coqual finds representation continues to lag. Today, Coqual unveils its new white paper with the results of the second annual Black Equity Index (BEI), an initiative created for organizations to advance and measure progress toward racial equity in the workplace. Coqual’s BEI harnesses the power of data to create opportunities for Black professionals and aims to improve the hiring, representation, promotion, inclusion, and retention of Black talent. The new BEI white paper provides recommendations for organizations and their leaders to demonstrate their commitment to racial equity and create a more diverse and inclusive future. Go to Coqual.org to learn more about the BEI.

This Transgender Day of Remembrance, acknowledges the harsh reality that the trans community continues to live in danger due to anti-trans violence, with Black trans women disproportionately impacted. According to the Human Rights Campaign, at least 26 transgender and gender non-conforming individuals were murdered in 2023, with 88% being people of color and 54% being Black transgender women. Join us as we stand against ongoing violence and discrimination faced by the transgender community and advocate for a safer, more inclusive world in and out of the workplace. For resources and ways to support the trans community, visit https://loom.ly/0eQkQTs and https://loom.ly/vMIdkFU.

Join us as we celebrate Transgender Awareness Week by embracing the resilience of transgender and gender diverse individuals. 's "Gender at Work" study finds that the majority of transgender and gender diverse professionals in the U.S. (60%) say that gender non-conforming employees experience negative stereotypes and social interactions in the workplace. Additionally, Coqual finds nearly half of transgender and gender diverse professionals in the U.S. are often told that their gender non-conformity is just a phase (47%) and more than half are misgendered (54%).

Let's come together to dismantle these barriers and foster workplaces that value diversity and inclusion, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation. For more resources and ways to support the trans community, visit https://loom.ly/6Jkmt2c

Join us tomorrow on Veterans Day as we pay tribute to our U.S. military veterans and address the challenges they face in the workplace. ’s study, “Equity at Work,” finds that veterans face harsher workplace evaluations than their peers. Veterans are nearly four times as likely as their non-veteran peers to say they’re evaluated on different criteria from others at their job level; and they are more than twice as likely to say they are evaluated more harshly than their peers.

As we celebrate Veterans Day, let's recognize the transferrable skills and experiences veterans bring to the workplace. By working together, we can eliminate barriers to career advancement and success.

Join us Thursday, November 9 at Summit ’23 for "Supporting Talent in Times of Crisis," a timely discussion with Rev. Mark Fowler, CEO of Tanenbaum and Melinda Wolfe, Coqual Board member and Founder, Melinda B. Wolfe & Associates. This deep-dive, important conversation will help guide leaders and their organizations on how to support employees during crisis and promote understanding in the face of global challenges. Tanenbaum’s mission is to promote justice and build respect for religious differences by transforming individuals and institutions to reduce prejudice, hatred, and violence. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and foster inclusion in and out of the workplace. To become a Task Force member and attend Summit, reach out to [email protected].

is gearing up for thought-provoking presentations and courageous conversations about DE&I at Summit 2023 on Thursday, Nov. 9 in NYC. Don’t miss Coqual’s marquee event with insights from top Chief Diversity Officers, thought leaders and captivating keynote speakers who are shaping the future of DE&I.

Summit 2023 will feature prominent industry leaders such as: Laura Agharkar, Global Head of Diversity, Equity & Culture, Nasdaq; Michael Lopez, US Head of Inclusion, Diversity & Culture, HSBC; Tony Tenicela, Global VP/Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer for North America, Sodexo; Brynn Plummer, Vice President, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Alliance Bernstein; Jim Heighington, Chief of Staff for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Google; Fatima Shama, Head of Diversity & Inclusion, Bloomberg; Shane Lloyd, Chief Diversity Officer, Baker Tilly; and Jenelle Harris, Sr. Director/ Chief of Staff, Inclusive Impact & Sustainability, Visa. For details on how to attend, email [email protected]. Don't miss out on this opportunity!

Only one week until Coqual’s Summit 2023! This year’s stellar lineup for our annual marquee event includes: Billy Porter, award-winning actor, singer, director, producer, composer & playwright; Kenji Yoshino, Chief Justice Earl Warren Professor of Constitutional Law, NYU School of Law; Dr. Joy Buolamwini, Founder of Algorithmic Justice League, author of Unmasking AI; MaryMartha Ford, diversity & mental health awareness advocate & award-winning game developer; Jill Houghton, President & Chief Executive Officer, Disability:IN; Asif Sadiq, Chief Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer, Warner Bros. Discovery; Rosanna Durruthy, Vice President, Global Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging, LinkedIn; Megan Hogan, Chief Diversity Officer & Global Head of Talent, Goldman Sachs; and Susan Reid, Managing Director, Global Head of Talent, Morgan Stanley, among others. Coqual provides its Task Force members with insights from the best thinkers and practitioners in the world of DE&I. To become a Task Force member and attend Summit, email [email protected].

Register now for Coqual's Summit 2023,Thursday, Nov. 9! Summit convenes thought leaders, trailblazers, and DE&I champions for a day of dynamic panels, insightful speakers and thought-provoking sessions that deliver cutting-edge research, invaluable resources, and actionable solutions to advance your DE&I initiatives! To become a Task Force member and secure your spot at Summit, reach out to Sandra Rice.

As Black History Month is celebrated across the pond, Coqual acknowledges the history, culture, and contributions of Black individuals in the United Kingdom. 's recent report, "Being Black in the United Kingdom" finds that more than two in three Black professionals have faced racial prejudice at their current or former companies, significantly more than their White and Asian counterparts. Additionally, Black professionals are about twice as likely as their White or Asian colleagues to be mischaracterized as aggressive or angry.

Let's use this month as an opportunity to address the systemic barriers Black professionals face in the workplace. To learn more, explore https://loom.ly/LJcyt7I

As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to an end, let’s recognize the invaluable contributions of Latinx professionals in the workplace and commit to building equitable work environments that recognize and support their talents. ’s equity study finds that Latinx professionals say their time to promotion is longer than that of their peers and Latinx men are most likely to say they were passed over for promotion in favor of equally or less qualified colleagues. Coqual recommends that companies and their leaders address promotion inequity and establish clear criteria for mentorship programs. Let’s support Latinx professionals all year-round. Visit Coqual.org to learn more.

As we celebrate the 35th anniversary of National Coming Out Day, let’s recognize that many + professionals around the world still work in unsafe environments. ’s report, “The Power of Belonging,” finds LGBTQ professionals are more likely than non-LGBTQ employees to feel out of place at work because of their sexual orientation. Additionally, Coqual's most recent study, “Challenging Norms,” finds that the majority (60%) of transgender and gender-diverse professionals in the U.S. say that gender-nonconforming employees experience negative stereotypes and social interactions in the workplace, compared to only 39% of cisgender professionals.

Let's work together to create safe environments where every professional can be their authentic selves, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. For more resources on coming out or becoming an ally, visit: https://loom.ly/m9WyDSs

Coming Out Resources Every coming out experience is unique and must be navigated in the way most comfortable for you.

As we celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day and honor the culture, traditions, and contributions of Native American and Alaska Native communities, it’s important to recognize the inequities that currently exist. According to the Office of Minority Health, the median household income for American Indians and Alaska Natives is $49,906, significantly lower than the $71,664 for non-Hispanic White households. Additionally, only 32% of American Indians and Alaska Natives work in management and professional occupations, compared to almost 45% of Whites. This Indigenous Peoples’ Day let's commit to addressing these disparities and challenges to work towards a more equitable future for all.

Did you know that Latinas are one of the fastest-growing, most powerful groups in the United States? Despite their hard work and contributions, Equal Pay Today, A Project of Equal Rights Advocates reports that Latinas earn just 52 cents for every dollar earned by non-Hispanic white men. It's time to challenge this disparity and empower Latina professionals by advocating for pay equity and inclusive workplaces. Join in the fight for for all. Visit http://www.equalpaytoday.org/latina-equal-pay for more information and ways to support Latinas through pay equity.

Latina Equal Pay Day 2023 — Equal Pay Today We believe achieving pay equity is not just a goal; it's a necessity. Learn more about Latina Equal Pay Day and our calls to action.

Today, let’s celebrate the start of National Disability Employment Awareness Month by shining a light on the contributions of professionals with disabilities. 's research finds professionals with disabilities don’t always feel they are being evaluated fairly and say their colleagues assume they are less credentialed than they are. According to Coqual’s recent Equity report, 14% of professionals with disabilities say they are evaluated on different criteria than their peers compared to only 6% of professionals without disabilities and 21% of professionals with disabilities say they are evaluated more harshly than peers, compared to 11% of professionals without disabilities.

Let's acknowledge these disparities and work together to drive meaningful change in the workplace! To learn more, visit Coqual.org.

Join on Thursday, September 21 at 12 noon EST as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and present "The Influence of Latin Heritage.” This new webinar will explore the contemporary issues and contributions of Latinx individuals in America and globally. We are honored to welcome guest speaker Carolina Baquero, LinkedIn’s Global co-chair of the HOLA (Hispanics of LinkedIn Alliance) ERG along with Coqual's Vice President of Leadership Development, Michelle Brown, Ph.D. and Vice President of Research, Nathan M. Castillo, PhD. The webinar will include data and findings from Coqual’s research, “Latinos at Work: Unleashing the Power of Culture” and Latin representation in the workplace. Webinars are complimentary for task force members. Email [email protected] to join!

Coqual kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrating the contributions and cultural richness of the Hispanic and Latinx community. We also acknowledge the disparities that exist within the workplace for Latinx professionals.

’s equity study finds Latinx professionals with darker skin are 26% less likely than those with lighter skin to say their evaluations reflect their contributions to the company. This disparity highlights and reinforces the need for companies and their leaders to address unconscious bias that may affect how performance evaluations are conducted and perceived. To learn more about equity at work, visit Coqual.org.

Tomorrow, Women’s Equality Day, we honor the brave trailblazers who fought for women’s right to vote, leading to the ratification of the 19th Amendment on August 26, 1920. Their unwavering determination and sacrifice opened the doors for countless women, empowering them to have a voice and shape the future. Although we’ve come far in the pursuit of gender equality, there is still much work to be done. Today, women still face discrimination and threats to their health and safety, as well as gaps in pay, access to health care, and caregiving responsibilities. These gaps are often even greater for women and girls of color. finds that only about half of women (53%) say they have been promoted or considered for a promotion at their company in the last four years compared to two-thirds of men (67%). Join us as we continue to break down barriers and challenge gender bias in the workplace. To learn more about equity at work, visit Coqual.org.