Mastering Compliance: Adapting to the EEOC's Updated Harassment Guidelines

This introductory webinar is a brief, informative session designed to provide an overview of the key topics that will be explored in more detail during the main webinar on April 30, 2025.
The main webinar will cover the EEOC's newly finalized “Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace” and its impact on employer policies and legal compliance, including the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo and its effect on federal agency guidelines.
Join this session to gain insight into the upcoming changes, learn why they matter, and understand how your organization can stay ahead of potential legal challenges.
Promo Key Highlights:

• Introduction to the EEOC's Updated Harassment Guidance (April 29, 2024)
• First update in 25 years—reflects modern workplace realities.
• Expanded protections, including LGBTQ rights and gender identity considerations.
  

Scope of Harassment Under the New Guidelines:

• Harassment based on race, sex, religion, and other protected categories.
• Examples of unlawful conduct and their implications.
  

Key Legal Principles for Harassment Claims:

• Breakdown of the three components of harassment claims:
• Covered Bases and Causation
• Discrimination in Terms and Conditions of Employment
• Employer Liability
  

Critical Changes Employers Must Address:

• Protections for pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions.
• Addressing bathroom access, misgendering, and hair-related stereotypes.
• Handling requests where employees refuse investigations into complaints.
  

Practical Strategies for Compliance:

• Developing EEOC-compliant anti-harassment policies.
• Strengthening training programs to reduce liability risks.
  

Why Attend?

• Understand the latest EEOC standards to avoid costly compliance mistakes.
• Learn how to update policies and procedures to align with the new guidance.
• Gain insights into addressing modern workplace challenges, including gender equity and diversity protections.
  

Who Should Attend?

• Employers and Business Owners
• Company Leaders and Compliance Professionals
• HR Professionals, Managers, and Supervisors
• Small Business Owners and Employers in All Industries

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