Tattoos, Hijabs, and Pink Hair: Navigating Dress Codes and Inclusion in 2024

Avoid Legal Traps: Modernize Your Dress Code Now!

Instructor :
Dr. Susan Strauss

Webinar ID:
17601

Date: OCT 22, 2024 (TUE)

Start Time: 9 AM PT - 10:15 AM PT

Duration: 75 Mins.

What will you learn

    • EEOC Guidelines On Workplace Dress And Appearance Requirements
    • Key Considerations For Writing An Inclusive Dress Code
    • Sex Stereotyping And Its Impact On Dress Codes
    • Handling Religious Dress And Workplace Accommodations
    • Political Expression And Dress In The Workplace
    • Body Art: Managing Tattoos And Piercings
    • Tattoos And Their Influence On ….
    • EEOC Guidelines On Workplace Dress And Appearance Requirements
    • Key Considerations For Writing An Inclusive Dress Code
    • Sex Stereotyping And Its Impact On Dress Codes
    • Handling Religious Dress And Workplace Accommodations
    • Political Expression And Dress In The Workplace
    • Body Art: Managing Tattoos And Piercings
    • Tattoos And Their Influence On Workplace Policies
    • International Dress Considerations For A Diverse Workforce
    • National Labor Relations Board’s Views On Dress Codes

Course Description

In today’s workplaces, self-expression—from hair length and visible tattoos to gender non-conforming styles—has become increasingly prevalent.

Employers are now tasked with balancing the rights of employees to express themselves with their own business needs, all while staying compliant with federal and state laws.

Key challenges include:

    • Establishing a dress code that respects personal expression while maintaining professional standards.
    • Addressing biases in the workplace, as research confirms these issues are widespread across U.S. businesses.
    • Navigating the complexities of religious attire and dress that defies gender stereotypes, which are particularly challenging areas for organizations.

Employers must answer critical questions, such as:

    • How can an organization align its dress and grooming policies with societal changes, where self-expression is more widely accepted?
    • What happens when an employee’s personal style conflicts with the company’s professional expectations?

As organizations strive for inclusive work environments, these issues become even more crucial.

This course will discuss real-world examples and provide actionable strategies to help businesses stay compliant while fostering an inclusive culture.

By attending, you’ll gain a better understanding of the legal and cultural pitfalls and how to craft policies that balance employee expression with the needs of your organization.

Join Now!

In today’s workplaces, self-expression—from hair length and visible tattoos to gender non-conforming styles—has become increasingly prevalent.

Employers are now tasked with balancing the rights of employees to express themselves with their own business needs, all while staying compliant with federal and state laws.

Key challenges include:

    • Establishing a dress code that respects personal expression while maintaining professional standards.
    • Addressing biases in the workplace, as research confirms these issues are widespread across U.S. businesses.
    • Navigating the complexities of religious attire and dress that defies gender stereotypes, which are particularly challenging areas for organizations.

Employers must answer critical questions, such as:

    • How can an organization align its dress and grooming policies with societal changes, where self-expression is more widely accepted?
    • What happens when an employee’s personal style conflicts with the company’s professional expectations?

As organizations strive for inclusive work environments, these issues become even more crucial.

This course will discuss real-world examples and provide actionable strategies to help businesses stay compliant while fostering an inclusive culture.

By attending, you’ll gain a better understanding of the legal and cultural pitfalls and how to craft policies that balance employee expression with the needs of your organization.

Join Now!

Why you should attend

With dress codes increasingly under scrutiny, courts are now dealing with precedent-setting lawsuits that challenge how certain policies may inadvertently discriminate against employees based on gender, religion, race, and other protected categories.

These legal battles highlight the critical importance of ensuring that workplace dress codes are free from discrimination and promote fairness and equity for all employees.

In this interactive webinar, you will:

    • Understand the legal implications of dress and appearance in the workplace.
    • Examine the pros and cons of implementing a formal Dress and Appearance Policy.
    • Explore how unconscious bias and stereotypes contribute to discriminatory practices in dress codes.
    • Learn effective prevention strategies to ensure employees are judged based on performance, not appearance.
    • Discuss specific, unusual elements found in some dress and appearance codes.
    • Recognize the crucial role that sex and gender play in shaping your organization’s dress and appearance policies.

This session is designed to help HR professionals and managers craft policies that not only comply with legal standards but also foster an inclusive and bias-free work environment.

Enroll Now!

With dress codes increasingly under scrutiny, courts are now dealing with precedent-setting lawsuits that challenge how certain policies may inadvertently discriminate against employees based on gender, religion, race, and other protected categories.

These legal battles highlight the critical importance of ensuring that workplace dress codes are free from discrimination and promote fairness and equity for all employees.

In this interactive webinar, you will:

    • Understand the legal implications of dress and appearance in the workplace.
    • Examine the pros and cons of implementing a formal Dress and Appearance Policy.
    • Explore how unconscious bias and stereotypes contribute to discriminatory practices in dress codes.
    • Learn effective prevention strategies to ensure employees are judged based on performance, not appearance.
    • Discuss specific, unusual elements found in some dress and appearance codes.
    • Recognize the crucial role that sex and gender play in shaping your organization’s dress and appearance policies.

This session is designed to help HR professionals and managers craft policies that not only comply with legal standards but also foster an inclusive and bias-free work environment.

Enroll Now!

Areas Covered

    • EEOC Guidelines on Workplace Dress
    • Considerations for Writing an Effective Dress Code
    • Sex Stereotyping and Dress
    • Religious Dress and Accommodations
    • Political Dress and Expression
    • Body Art and Tattoos
    • International Dress Considerations
    • National Labor Relations Board’s Perspective on Dress Codes

BONUS:

    1. PDF copy of the presentation handout for your future reference.
    2. Soft copy of the certificate of completion on request.
    3. Q&A Session with the Presenter: Get your pressing questions answered verbally, via chat or email.
    • EEOC Guidelines on Workplace Dress
    • Considerations for Writing an Effective Dress Code
    • Sex Stereotyping and Dress
    • Religious Dress and Accommodations
    • Political Dress and Expression
    • Body Art and Tattoos
    • International Dress Considerations
    • National Labor Relations Board’s Perspective on Dress Codes

BONUS:

    1. PDF copy of the presentation handout for your future reference.
    2. Soft copy of the certificate of completion on request.
    3. Q&A Session with the Presenter: Get your pressing questions answered verbally, via chat or email.

Who is this course for

Maximize the Learning Experience in A Group Setting!

    • HR Managers
    • HR Directors
    • Compliance Officers
    • Diversity and Inclusion Officers
    • Employee Relations Specialists
    • Legal Counsel (Employment Law)
    • Training and Development Managers
    • Talent Acquisition Managers
    • Workplace Policy Administrators

Maximize the Learning Experience in A Group Setting!

    • HR Managers
    • HR Directors
    • Compliance Officers
    • Diversity and Inclusion Officers
    • Employee Relations Specialists
    • Legal Counsel (Employment Law)
    • Training and Development Managers
    • Talent Acquisition Managers
    • Workplace Policy Administrators

Instructor Profile

Dr. Susan Strauss is a national and international speaker, trainer, consultant and a recognized expert on workplace and school harassment and bullying. She conducts harassment and bullying investigations and functions as an expert witness in harassment and bullying lawsuits. Her clients are from business, education, healthcare, law, and government organizations from both the public and private sector...

Dr. Susan Strauss is a national and international speaker, trainer, consultant and a recognized expert on workplace and school harassment and bullying. She conducts harassment and bullying investigations and functions as an expert witness in harassment and bullying lawsuits. Her clients are from business, education, healthcare, law, and government organizations from both the public and private sector.

Dr. Strauss has conducted research, written over 30 books, book chapters, and journal articles on harassment, bullying, and related topics. She has been featured on television and radio programs as well as interviewed for newspaper and journal articles.Susan has a doctorate in organizational leadership. She is a registered nurse, has a bachelor’s degree in human services and counseling, a master’s degree in community health, and professional certificate in training and development.

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