What happens when over 1,000 baristas from 65 Starbucks stores across 40 cities decide to walk off the job during one of the busiest promotional days of the year, sending shockwaves through the coffee giant’s operations? On November 13, a massive strike erupted, orchestrated by Starbucks Workers
Fifteen years have passed since the heartbreaking Pike River mine explosion on November 19, 2010, claimed the lives of 29 workers in New Zealand (NZ), marking one of the darkest chapters in the nation’s industrial history, and this catastrophic event not only shattered families and communities but
In a move that could redefine workplace safety regulations across specific high-risk industries, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced a groundbreaking proposal on July 1 of this year to modify the enforcement of the General Duty Clause (GDC) under Section 5(a)(1) of
I'm thrilled to sit down with Sofia Khaira, a renowned specialist in diversity, equity, and inclusion, who has dedicated her career to transforming workplace cultures and talent management practices. With her extensive experience in fostering inclusive environments, Sofia offers invaluable insights
In the heart of New Mexico, the University of New Mexico (UNM) Hospital stands as a beacon of care, yet its healthcare workers face an alarming and persistent threat: workplace violence. Every day, nurses, doctors, and support staff encounter physical assaults, verbal abuse, and intimidating
What happens when an employee’s right to express a powerful social message collides with an employer’s urgent need to maintain safety amid chaos? Picture a Home Depot store in Minnesota, just miles from the epicenter of unrest following George Floyd’s tragic death, where an employee’s apron bearing
