Resources on Creating a Diverse Workforce

Blog Post

Retailers Talk Talent, Public Policy at Workforce Summit

Retail leaders meet to discuss key topics around building a 21st century retail workforce. Learn More

• July 26, 2021

Press Release

Retailers Push Senate Judiciary Committee: Protect Dreamers

The retail industry employs thousands of DACA recipients. These hardworking individuals are part of the social fabric of America and part of the retail family. Learn More

• June 15, 2021

Article

Retailers Take Pride in LGBTQIA+ Community

Leading retailers honor lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer, plus customers and employees for Pride Month. Learn More

• June 1, 2021

Blog Post

Take a Stand or Take a Seat

Customers and employees have found renewed purpose and empowerment in holding society accountable for how they will help shape a better world. Learn More

• May 26, 2021

Press Release

Retailers Join Congress in Standing Up Against Hate

RILA will continue to seek out and support efforts to ensure that all customers and employees feel safe, valued, and respected as they live, shop, and work. Learn More

• May 18, 2021

Blog Post

Recalibrate Talent Strategies

To meet this moment in the customer relationship, retailers have had to increase investment in ecommerce capabilities, but are also exploring new approaches to talent. Learn More

• April 28, 2021

Blog Post

Making D&I Intentions Actionable

Organization-wide D&I participation may an ongoing process, but the conversations initiated along the way help identify what actionable steps can support its success. Learn More

• April 27, 2021

Blog Post

DEI Stories: Kroger & Black Girl Ventures Collaboration

An exclusive Q&A with Kroger’s Sunny Reelhorn Parr and Black Girl Venture’s Shaunda Lambert, on the importance of supporting diverse founders and inspiring change within the retail industry. Learn More

• April 27, 2021

Blog Post

Retail Standing Up Against Hate

RILA will continue to seek out and support efforts to ensure that all customers and employees feel safe, valued, and respected as they live, shop, and work. Learn More

• March 18, 2021

Press Release

PRO Act is the Antithesis to a Modern Workforce

The House passage of the PRO Act is the antithesis of a modern approach to workforce laws and is an irresponsible blueprint for employment policy. Learn More

• March 9, 2021