Contact
Julie Anna SummerWessels Sherman
jusummer@wesselssherman.com
952-746-1700
Cost
$75
Where
Online
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Managing the Diversified Workforce: Learn What Employers Must Do to Overcome Language Barriers, Religious Accommodations, and National Origin Discrimination/Harassment Issues
Presenter: James B. Sherman, Esq.
Join Wessels Sherman attorney James Sherman for this highly informative webinar focused on helping employers overcome the challenges of managing a diversified workforce. Employers juggle a lot when dealing with employees from different backgrounds, facing issues such as employee requests for religious accommodations, complaints of discrimination/harassment, language barriers, and more. In this webinar, we will discuss:
- Latest EEOC litigation regarding English-only work rules and other language and cultural barriers in the workplace;
- How to deal with and avoid harassment/discrimination lawsuits based on ethnic, religious and other employee differences in diversified workplaces;
- Employer responsibilities in carrying out EEO and non-harassment policies; and
- How to handle requests for religious accommodations and avoid EEOC charges or lawsuits.
Continuing Education Program Learning Objectives:
This event is designed for Management Representatives, Human Resource professionals, Accounting professionals and Supervisors of all levels. Attendees will gain an understanding of how a diversified workforce impacts employer operations, how to deal with harrassment/discrimination, handling requests for accommodations, etc.
Program Level/Prerequisites/Preparation:
- This program is considered a basic or introductory level program, with no prerequisites or advanced preparation required.
- This program is considered a “Group-Internet-Based” offering.
- An internet connection and telephone line are required for participation.
- For information regarding administrative policies such as complaint and refund, please contact Julie Anna Summer at 952.746.1700.