EEO Concepts: Theories of Discrimination in a Hostile Work Environment (1 CME) (1 IPV) (1 DIV) (EEO 1 Clocked Hr)
Theories of discrimination in a hostile work environment include legal frameworks like Title VII and the ADA, recognizing hostile environments and quid pro quo situations. Intersectionality considers overlapping discriminations, while organizational culture and policies play a significant role. Discrimination has psychological impacts, and mediation aims to address these issues through constructive dialogue and solutions like training and policy revisions.
- Legal Frameworks:Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: Prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA): Protects individuals who are 40 years of age or older from employment discrimination based on age.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, including jobs. - Hostile Work Environment:This theory posits that discrimination occurs when unwelcome conduct based on a protected characteristic (such as race, gender, religion, etc.) creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment.
This conduct can include offensive jokes, slurs, derogatory remarks, or other verbal or physical conduct that creates a hostile or offensive work environment.
In mediation, understanding these theories helps mediators facilitate constructive dialogue, identify underlying issues, and develop effective solutions to address discrimination and create a more inclusive work environment. Mediators may help parties explore options such as training, policy revisions, cultural awareness initiatives, and conflict resolution processes to mitigate discrimination and foster a healthier workplace environment.
EEO Concepts: Theories of Discrimination in a Hostile Work Environment (1 CME) (1 IPV) (1 DIV) (EEO 1 Clocked Hr)
Excellent; thorough presentation
Great lecture
Great lecture
EEO Concepts Theories of Discrimination in a Hostile Work Environment
I learned quite a bit about EEO and hostile work environments
Interesting points
Picked up several good points.
EEO Concepts: Theories of Discrimination in a Hostile Work Environment
Great instructor. Loved the examples provided. The session was very engaging!
marc sinensky
course presentation was a little dry
Theories of Discrimination in a Hostile Work Environment
Good course.