Michelle Travis is a Research Professor at the University of San Francisco School of Law, where she directed USF’s Work Law and Justice Program. She joined Forbes in 2024 to cover leadership strategies for building equitable and inclusive workplaces. Travis has highlighted
Netflix Doc Reveals Risks To Kid Stars, As States Gut Child Labor Laws
The Netflix docuseries, "Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidfluencers," highlights the inadequacies of U.S. child labor laws, while many states are weakening protections.
10 Experts Say New EEOC Guidance Misleads Employers About Lawful DEI
Ten former EEOC officials set the record straight on the legality of employers’ diversity, equity and inclusion practices, in a statement defending DEI on April 3, 2025.
7 Experts Rebuke EEOC For Unlawful Anti-DEI Targeting Of Employers
Seven former officials of the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission have challenged the legality of the Acting Chair's unprecedented anti-DEI targeting of 20 firms.
Why Reproductive Health Benefits Are A Good Investment For Employers
Reproductive health benefits boost employee retention and productivity. Learn why employers should invest in fertility, abortion care, and maternal health benefits.
9 Large Companies With The Best Workplace Policies That Support Women
Which of the largest U.S. companies rate highest on policies supporting working women, including paid parental leave, dependent care, flexible hours, and equal pay?
Gender Identity Discrimination Still Illegal, Lawyers Remind Employers
Legal experts remind employers that gender identity discrimination remains illegal under Title VII, despite recent changes in policy and executive orders.
3 Ways That Gender Bias Fuels Employee Burnout In Women
Women have higher rates of job burnout, partly due to juggling greater caregiving duties. But new research shows that gender bias in the workplace also plays a key role.
How To Reduce Hiring Bias Against Women? Study Finds Key Role For HR
A new study reveals an effective way to reduce gender bias in hiring: shift initial application review and shortlisting duties from hiring managers to the HR department.
Combating Hidden Career Penalties Against Women Who Provide Eldercare
Women who provide eldercare face larger career penalties than men. This "daughterhood penalty," on top of a "motherhood penalty," jeopardizes women's financial security.
More Workers Are Caring For Aging Parents. Why Should Employers Care?
More workers are caring for aging parents during the peak of their own careers. Employers will face a competitive disadvantage if they don't invest in eldercare support.