After more than two years of false starts, many organizations have already returned to working from their offices, and others are announcing their 2022 return dates. One important factor for leaders to consider as they’re crafting return-to-office plans: Many members of the AAPI community are scared to come to work because they don’t feel safe.
Do Your AAPI Employees Feel Safe Coming Back to Work?
Racism against the Asian American Pacific Islander community is still on the rise in the U.S. Here’s how leaders can support their teams.
March 30, 2022
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Summary.
Because of an increase in racism, xenophobia, and hate crimes targeted specifically against the Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) community, many members are scared to come to work because they don’t feel safe. Supporting AAPI colleagues and employees requires more than just words. The author offers three practical steps leaders can take to enhance their AAPI employees’ safety.