Lab Updates From Strategic Communications

Recent Federal Immigration Actions

June 23, 2020

Dear Colleagues, As you may have heard, the White House on Monday evening issued a proclamation that could impact several nonimmigrant temporary work visas for individuals of all foreign nationalities. This is the latest in a recent series of federal immigration actions with potential effects on the Lab’s research and its people. First and foremost, we want to reiterate how much we value … [Read more...]

Filed Under: COO Messages, Directorate, HR, Lab Director Messages

Potential Impacts of Recent Immigration Proclamation

June 15, 2020

On May 29, the White House issued a proclamation suspending the entry of certain Chinese citizens who wish to enter the U.S. with a nonimmigrant F-1 Academic Student or nonimmigrant J-1 Exchange Visitor visa. The proclamation states that any such individuals, who are or were affiliated with an entity (particularly a university) in China that supports China’s efforts to advance their military, will … [Read more...]

Filed Under: HR

Three Questions for Leticia Ericson on COVID-19 and Increased Family Stress

May 6, 2020

Meet Leticia Ericson of the Lab’s Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Office (EEO/AA). The office works to prevent and protect Lab community members from discrimination and ensure their access to equal opportunities. The Lab’s EEO/AA program also oversees Title IX  reporting requirements, which includes domestic abuse, sexual harassment, and sexual violence. An increase in domestic … [Read more...]

Filed Under: 3Q4, HR

Three Questions for Daniel Gens on Accountability

August 29, 2019

Accountability is an important part of the Lab’s focus on inclusion, diversity, and equity. Improving our diverse representation and integrating our IDEA culture to make the Lab even more welcoming is going to take time and commitment. Accountability -- the actions we feel responsible for taking -- formalizes that commitment. Everyone can participate in creating and promoting an accountable work … [Read more...]

Filed Under: 3Q4, HR, IDEA

Neurodiversity Panel April 23 to Support Autism Awareness Month

April 19, 2019

As part of Autism National Awareness Month, Berkeley Lab is hosting a panel on neurodiversity on Tuesday, April 23 from noon to 1 p.m. in the Building 50 Auditorium. The panel will highlight the personal and professional experiences of Berkeley Lab colleagues with those on the autism spectrum, raise awareness on the definition of neurodiversity, and discuss how to support pathways and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: HR, Lab Director Messages

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