Equal Rights Proposition Presentation

Introduction

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Topics to be Discussed

Muslim populations and Muslims in the WorkforceThe issues, challenges, and opportunities experienced Muslims in the labor forceHow society has constructed this group’s identityThe legal framework relating to this issueSummary of existing or proposed solutions of differing groupsWhether or not this issue exists in other countries and if so, how it is handled by differing groups.Team A’s compromise or alternative to existing solutions

Muslim Populations and Muslims in the Workforce

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Global population of MuslimsPopulation of Muslims in the United StatesMuslims are employed in a variety of fieldsDoctorsAthletesIslam religion growing at an accelerated rate

Issues, Challenges, and Opportunities Experienced by Muslims

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The Muslim Community FaceChanges since September 11, 2001 Feelings of isolation Growing number of employees and applicants face employment discrimination The events of September 11, 2001 are not the only reason the Muslim community faces job discrimination but the lost of 3000 lives that day is a major contributing factor. Recent Factors IncludeEconomic downturnTrend of Muslims being more overt about their faith-based beliefsScapegoatingMore likely to be singled out by employers if they have traditional Arab name

How Society Constructs Group’s Identity

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How society identifies MuslimsReligious PracticesClothingFood choicesRamadanHow Society Stereotypes Muslims DangerousTerroristJihadistExtremistMuslims can be both good American citizens and follow the nation of Islam but, stereotypes make it difficult for Muslims to find and maintain employment.

Legal Framework Relating to This Issue

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The Bill of Rights guarantees that the government can never deprive people in the United States of certain fundamental rights including the right to freedom of religion. Employers must make reasonable accommodations for employees to practice their religion. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 ended segregation in public places and banned employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or national origin. Title VII of the Civil Rights act created the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) to implement the law. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission EEOC The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) was established on July 02, 1965. The EEOC is a federally ran agency with its headquarters in Washington D.C. The role of the EEOC is to investigate discrimination complaints based on an individual’s race, color, origin, religion, gender and gender identity, genetic information, and color. The EEOC vigorously enforces federal legislation prohibiting discrimination in employment.

Existing or Proposed Solutions of Differing Groups

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Equal Opportunity Employment CommissionHuman Resource DepartmentsAmerican Civil Liberties Union

Whether or Not This Issue Exist in Other Countries

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Fear has caused the workplace discrimination of Muslims in the world today more than any other time.The United States is not the only place that the Muslim community is experiencing workplace discrimination; it is more of a global concern.Countries like France and Israel are experiencing the fear of Muslims amongst them.The overall discrimination of Muslims is not specific to countries where the population majority is non-Muslim. In fact, it happens in countries where Muslims are the majority as well, such as Iraq, Iran and Syria. Some countries do not have laws to protect the Muslim community like here in the United States.

Team A’s Compromise or Alternative to Existing Solutions

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Knowledge is PowerOpen communication can give other employees a fighting chance to identify and aid in the elimination of the stereotypes and prejudices others may have about Muslims.Training that is tailored to identify fears and misconceptions of the Muslim community, such as the generalized teachings of the Qur’an. Providing a work environment where everyone feels safe, no matter their religious preference, and if someone does not feel safe they can bring it to their superiors attention without ridicule or playing into any kind of phobia that may be part of the complaint. The single largest part of solving the problem is, inclusion. What does inclusion mean and entail?Companies are doing more to make its employees feel like a team and a family, by hosting company parties, dinners, games, interactive training, and trust ng building exercises.

Workplace Discrimination of Muslims

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Conclusion

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Topics Discussed Throughout Presentation

Muslim populations and Muslims in the WorkforceThe issues, challenges, and opportunities experienced Muslims in the labor forceHow society has constructed this group’s identityThe legal framework relating to this issueSummary of existing or proposed solutions of differing groupsWhether or not this issue exists in other countries and if so, how it is handled by differing groups.Team A’s compromise or alternative to existing solutions

References

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American Civil Liberties Union. (n.d.). Anti-Muslim Discrimination. Retrieved August 16, 2016 from: https://www.aclu.org/feature/anti-muslim-discrimination. Arab, Middle Eastern and South Asian Communities. Retrieved August 17, 2016 from: https://www.eeoc.gov/eeoc/newsroom/wysk/religion_national_origin_9-11.cfm.Bell, K.W. (2016). What are Benefits of Powerpoint? Retrieved August 16, 2016 from: http://smallbusinesschron.com/benefits-powerpoint-5968.html.Brown, L. (January 2016). U.S. Christians Groups Support Muslims Refugees, Ignore Persecution of Christians. Retrieved August 17, 2016 from: http://www.frontpagemag.Desilver, D. (2013). World Muslims Population More Widespread. Retrieved September 03, 2016 from http://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank. Equal Opportunity Employment Commission. (n.d.). What You Should Know about the EEOC and Religious and National Origin Discrimination Involving the Muslim, Sikh.Harvey, Allard, C. J. (2009). Understanding and managing diversity. (4th ed.). New Jersey: Pearson Prentice Hall. Lipka, M. (2016, July). World’s Muslims Population Will Surpass Christians. Retrieved September 03, 2016 from http://www.pewresearch.org.Lowenstein, A. K. (October 2015). International Humans Rights Clinic. Retrieved August 16, 2016 from: http://www.frtifyrights.org.  

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