diversity equity inclusion and accessibility
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Some of the world's top architects have designed federal buildings and now, GSA has inked a memorandum of understanding with the National Organization of Minority Architects.
March 23, 2022 -
In today's Federal Newscast, a new program offers opportunities for more women to join the Senior Executive Service.
March 18, 2022 -
The Air Force is taking a hard look at which of its policies are prohibitive to female airmen and likely to discourage them from serving or continuing to serve.
March 10, 2022 -
Although small business spending took a hit last year, more set-asides for women-owned small businesses are popping up on larger contract vehicles like OASIS and certain GWACs.
March 10, 2022 -
Deputy Administrator Erik Hooks discussed FEMA’s progress on implementing its Cultural Improvement Action Plan with the House Homeland Security Emergency Preparedness, Response and Recovery subcommittee.
March 02, 2022 -
For employees age 40 or older, the federal workforce faces a persistent challenge addressing pay disparities among racial and gender demographics.
February 14, 2022 -
In today's Federal Newscast: The defense secretary looks to Michael Bloomberg for advice on innovation. Lawmakers express concern over the mental health of Americans working abroad for the federal government. And Login.gov is looking for a new director.
February 10, 2022 -
One year after President Biden directed agencies to strengthen the national security workforce, details on progress are scarce.
February 10, 2022 -
In today's Federal Newscast, a report for the Defense Department Inspector General says providing shots on bases were particularly important since they were less available in civilian facilities overseas.
February 08, 2022 -
If agencies only measure diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility through hiring numbers they risk overlooking other, equally important gaps in their systems and policies.
February 07, 2022 -
In the annual passback document, Federal News Network has learned the Biden administration wants to give federal employees their biggest raise in 15 years.
February 04, 2022 -
Leaders say if agencies truly want women to succeed they need to drop the one-size-fits-all approach.
February 03, 2022 -
Minorities in the military are experiencing racism from their local communities, racial profiling from law enforcement and slurs from fellow service members, according to a first-of-its-kind survey that takes a deep dive into the experiences of service members of color and their families.
February 02, 2022 -
The specific goal is for an additional $100 billion to such businesses over the next five years.
February 01, 2022 -
The minimum wage for federal employees and contractors is now $15/hour, and the administration is calling it a victory for pay equity. But experts say there's a lot more work to do to, especially around equitable recruitment and hiring.
January 31, 2022