EEOC: Employers’ Training Can Create a Hostile Work Environment

Devon Mills has offered important guidance to SHRM on the EEOC’s latest stance regarding workplace training. As he explains in an article titled, “EEOC: Employers’ Training Can Create a Hostile Work Environment,” DEI initiatives — though well-intentioned — can pose legal risk if perceived as stereotyping or excluding employees based on protected characteristics. With Title VII implications at play, Devon advises employers to revisit past training materials and ensure current programs are thoughtfully aligned with federal law. A timely and practical perspective for HR and legal teams alike.