We should be writing a post to remind you about Open Enrollment, yet here we are crafting a message to all Employers to ask them to be proactive in protecting and showing compassion for people of color in their workplaces.
Here’s a list of things employers should be thinking about before the drastic potential changes in the world:
- Do you have a Civil Unrest Emergency Preparedness Plan in place for your workplace?
- Are you prepared to give time off for change processing?
- What are the potential consequences for employees harassing other employees about i.e. the results of the election, heated differences about race and/or politics
- Do you have a plan if there is unrest in your business area or an employee’s residential area and they are unable to be present for work
- Remind employees about your Employee Assistance resources if needed during this time
Employees, what can you do?
- Ask your employer if they have a plan?
- Talk to your manager about your concerns and how you can be proactive to ensure protection for your job
- Emotions are high these days, don’t add fuel to the fire if there is one brewing. Stay professional
- Do a quick review of your company’s Employee Handbook about policies, i.e. Social Media, to understand company guidelines
- Access counseling services through your employer if they are available i.e. Employee Assistance Programs, etc.
