Firms in Australia learn to support employees facing family violence
Over 3,500 downloads of a podcast signal Australians’ active engagement with the government’s paid FDV leave initiative.
Sharing of paternity leave uptake in big Japanese firms now mandatory
Thanks to newly introduced legislation, big firms need to set and share targets with the Japanese government on paternity uptake.
Malaysia’s gender gap in workforce widens despite government push
Despite a slight uptick, Malaysia’s female labour force participation still lags behind men’s, ranking eighth among ASEAN nations.
Singapore unveils SkillsFuture overhaul and Workfare enhancements
Budget 2024 is focusing on skills training and income support, and empowering employees to meet the economic challenges and opportunities ahead.
Wage hike in the Philippines stalled as businesses seek alternatives
Ensuring sustainable wage increases for organisations, particularly MSMEs, is crucial amid concerns of potential business closures.
CHRO Philippines: Transforming employees, shaping organisations
Embark on HRM Asia’s first CHRO event of the year in the Philippines to compare notes, realign strategies and elevate the workforce for the future.
Hong Kong eases “continuous contracts” criteria
The minimum weekly work hours has been reduced from 72 to 68 and is set to benefit more than 10,000 employees across the city.
Concerns raised over Closing Loopholes legislation in Australia
A business group has disputed the passing of the Right to Disconnect amendment, saying its implications has not been carefully considered.
CHRO Philippines: Transcending workforce strategies
CHRO Philippines 2024 will let HR leaders gather in Metro Manila to compare notes, realign strategies and elevate the workforce for the year ahead.
Shaping organisations, transforming employees
CHRO Philippines 2024 will look into innovative strategies that CHROs can use to formulate great people-first strategies in changing organisations.
Right to Disconnect bill in the Philippines faces employer pushback
The proposed legislation seeks to amend the Labour Code, allowing employees the right to disconnect after work hours.
New Malaysia HR Minister unveils reform agenda
The inaugural Human Resources Policy aims to shape a resilient labour market to meet future challenges in Malaysia.
DOLE reminds employers of holiday pay rules for December
Employees who have to work during national holidays at the end of the year need to be paid fully, says the governmental department.
Employers legally responsible for preventing sexual harassment at work
The Australian Human Rights Commission is now legally empowered to enforce rules to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.
Malaysia eyes reforms to reduce reliance on foreign employees in 2024
The country plans to develop a support system, addressing MSMEs concerns before implementing progressive wage policies.
Employee email privacy dispute rejected in Australia
An ex-employee’s complaint alleging private information access on a work laptop was dismissed in Australia for not violating privacy laws.
Pregnant employees cannot be subject to firing in Malaysia
Employers who fire female employees for being on maternity or sick leave during pregnancy will be subject to prosecution, said the Deputy HR Minister.
Australia supports people with disabilities to advance their careers
The Career Pathways Pilot challenges misconceptions, emphasising the untapped potential of individuals with disabilities.
Shaping HR for 2024 and beyond: CHRO Malaysia
CHRO Malaysia will provide HR leaders with an opportunity to learn and develop effective people and organisational strategies for 2024.
International law gaps on menstruation and menopause
A re-evaluation of protections is proposed to address the effects of menstruation and menopause on women’s work rights.
Using private chat messaging at work? Face the consequences
An organisation in China has issued a decree to employees: use WeChat for personal chats at work, and you will be fined or even fired.
HRM Asia congratulates Readers’ Choice Awards 2023 winners
Some of Asia’s best HR and HR tech solution providers were recognised at this year’s HRM Asia Readers’ Choice Awards.
Greater female leadership representation benefits firms in Japan
Organisations in Japan hiring more female directors have outperformed the Topix index by 7%, underscoring the potential of gender diversity.
Creating better gen AI alignment between employers and employees
Despite the lack of policies and adequate training, more employees are using generative AI to create content and complete repetitive tasks.
Women underrepresented in Malaysia’s private sector
Improving workplace amenities is one measure organisations in Malaysia can implement to encourage more women to return to the workforce.
Amazon employees who defy RTO policies face termination
Amazon is reinforcing their return-to-office mandate for all employees, asking managers to fire those who do not comply.
Japan leads G7 in drafting code of conduct for generative AI
Digital watermarking will be prioritised to verify AI-generated content under a proposed AI code of conduct.
Amazon clamps down on employees defying RTO mandate
To ensure compliance with the return-to-office mandate, Amazon employees will reportedly be monitored by individual badge swipes into buildings.
WFH no longer an option for TCS employees
Tata Consultancy Services has reportedly told employees that they will need to be physically in offices for the entire workweek.
Navigating social risks in the multicultural business landscape
Singapore’s upcoming Workplace Fairness Legislation is heralding a key workplace shift, prompting a focus on equitable workplaces.