Announcing Emerging Issues in Federal Employment Law II
It’s that time of year when we officially announce the agenda for our annual Emerging Issues in Federal Employment Law virtual training event. The dates are April 27-30. Over 15 sessions, our talented instructors will cover the latest on the Biden Executive Orders and relevant OPM guidance, EEO-related COVID-19 issues, Paid Parental Leave, emotional support animals at work, microaggressions and bias in the workplace, and much more. Attend one session, or attend them all. Earn CLE and HRCI credits. Have fun while you learn. Early bird discounts are available.
As we contemplate a return to the physical classroom, we want to know what you think of virtual training, and what your agencies are saying about future travel. If you don’t mind participating in a brief 5-question anonymous survey on SurveyMonkey, it will help us plan the future with you in mind.
This month’s newsletter covers an important new decision undoing 40 years of PIPs precedent, how to not handle complaints of harassment, guidance for working with unions, and much more.
Take care,
Deborah J. Hopkins, FELTG President
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