The University Human Resources, Professional Development and Learning Office has free, upcoming professional development opportunities available to all employees. The training is being offered through The NYC Commission on Human Rights (NYCCHR).  Please read through the information below and do not hesitate to register.  

The first session will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024. Employees will receive a meeting invitation with the link to the workshops the day before the session begins. 

Human Rights Law and Age Discrimination in Employment: Tuesday, Oct. 1 from 10:00am – 11:30am  
This workshop provides information about age discrimination in employment and protections against age discrimination under the City Human Rights Law for all workers. Examples of age discrimination in employment are discussed, as well as most effective methods for employers. 
 
Understanding Muslim Experiences and Combating Anti-Muslim Bias: Tuesday, Jan. 14 from 10:00am – 11:30am  
This workshop promotes understanding of the City’s diverse faith communities. The workshop addresses what is referred to as anti-Muslim racism, introduces Muslim beliefs and practices, outlines most effective methods in working with Muslim New Yorkers, and elaborates on the protections under the City Human Rights Law against discrimination based on religion.    
 
Understanding the Jewish Experience and Antisemitism: Tuesday, Jan. 21 from 10:00am – 11:30am  
This workshop promotes understanding of the City’s diverse Jewish communities. The workshop addresses antisemitism, its impact on Jewish New Yorkers, and its impact on larger society. It introduces Jewish history and practices, outlines most effective methods in working with Jewish New Yorkers, and elaborates on the protections for Jewish New Yorkers against discrimination, under the City Human Rights Law. 

For more information and to register for the upcoming workshops, please click on the workshop registration form.  

By the Office of Human Resources