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WFPMA announces release of Volume 6 (1) of IJHRD

30 November 2022

The WFPMA is pleased to announce the release of the newest volume of the International Journal of HRD: Practice, Policy & Research, a practice-centered journal aimed at synergizing practice with theory, published in partnership with the University Forum for Human Resource Development (UFHRD) and the European Association for People Management (EAPM).

Anthony Ariganello of Canada Elected President of WFPMA

12 September 2022

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Anthony Ariganello of Canada was elected president of the World Federation of People Management Associations (WFPMA), the global representative body for HR management. He will serve a two-year term.

WFPMA Statement on the War in Ukraine

18 March 2022

The continuing war in Ukraine is having a devastating impact on many lives with repercussions felt around the world. Our thoughts are with the people of Ukraine at this time. We know the daily flow of news can be overwhelming and many of our members will be concerned about friends, family & colleagues affected. It seems probable that the repercussions will impact widely across society, including for many of our Continental and National associations and their members.

WFPMA and BCG Release 2021 Creating People Advantage Report

3 July 2021

A three-part plan for HR excellence: digitization, talent, and the future of work. Global Study Conducted by BCG and WFPMA Identifies the Most Critical HR Topics of the Post-Pandemic Era, Giving Companies a Playbook for Success

WFPMA President and Vice President to serve as Judges at the International Longevity Centre UK (ILC) 2021

4 May 2021

WFPMA President, Bob Morton, and Vice-President, Anthony Ariganello, will serve as Judges of the “Work for Tomorrow” Competition launching May 20, 2021.

Canadian Government Endorses Lifelong Learning for Workers

30 March 2021

The government of Canada said it is committed to making the largest investment in Canadian history to train its skilled and multicultural workforce for the 2030s and beyond.

A Future Skills Council report on behalf of the federal government from November 2020 focuses on fostering a culture of lifelong learning among Canadian workers so they can be prepared for the future of work.

CIPD Guide: Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

29 March 2021

Sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, legislation has been a firm part of equalities law in the UK for several decades. Therefore, it's disappointing and worrying that 2016 TUC research shows more than half of women overall, and nearly two-thirds of women aged 18-24 years old, have experienced sexual harassment at work.

A time to commit to safe cultures and places of work, and for organisations to play their part in positive change

29 March 2021

The terrible kidnap and murder of Sarah Everard while walking home in South London has been a significant trigger of both grief and anger around violence and harassment towards women, and the demands for change. There is a real sense from so many women that enough is enough.

Mexico Amends the Federal Labor Law

28 January 2021

On Jan. 11, a decree was published in Mexico's Official Gazette of the Federation that amended Mexico's Federal Labor Law on the subject of remote work by adding a chapter that took effect Jan. 12.

UK Employment Law Predictions for 2021

28 January 2021

After what can only be described as a difficult year for employers and employees alike, we turn our attention to 2021 and look at some of the more significant legislative changes taking effect this year in the U.K.