Why fair chance hiring is a vital pillar of corporate equity
In short: While many companies prioritize diversity, those with criminal justice records are often overlooked. Nyra Jordan explains how 'fair chance hiring' can bridge this gap and provide a practical framework for businesses to support systemic reform.
Social impact investor Nyra Jordan argues that true equity requires including individuals who have interacted with the legal system. She introduces fair chance hiring as a specific strategy to ensure these individuals have access to employment opportunities.
The video outlines four actionable steps companies can take to implement these practices effectively, moving beyond surface-level DEI goals toward meaningful criminal justice reform.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: Nyra Jordan: 4 steps to hiring fairly -- and supporting criminal justice reform | TED
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