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2010 Kansas SHRM Conference
"HR:  The HeaRt of the Organization"
September 15-17, 2010
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3rd Quarter SunflowHR Connect eNewsletter:  The Kansas SHRM State Council newsletter is now available.  Check it out today!


Kansas Department of Labor is now on Twitter! Topeka—The latest news and information from the Kansas Department of Labor (KDOL) is now instantly available to the world through Twitter. The agency recently began using the social networking site to spread the news about Kansas unemployment insurance, workers compensation, workplace safety and labor statistics. Full article


Congratulations to the 2009 Kansas State Council of SHRM!  Kudos to the 2009 Kansas State Council of SHRM for attaining and being recognized as a 2009 SHRM Honor State Council.  By achieving this recognition, the state council distinguishes itself as a national leader dedicated to the professional advancement of our members and the human resource management profession.


WeKnowNext.com:  WeKnowNext.com is a forum where business leaders and thought leaders can explore and discuss trends in the workforce, and share real-life examples of success. It's sponsored by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) because SHRM understands how important it is for SHRM members to know what's next.


Kansas Indoor Clean Act:  On July 1, 2010 the Kansas Indoor Clean Air Act will take effect. Kansas workplaces, bars and restaurants will become smoke-free.  The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has a Business Toolkit that offers employers assistance in rolling this out.


George Trombold Achievement Award Nominations:  Nominations for the George Trombold Achievement Award are currently being accepted.  The Trombold Award is designed to recognize outstanding achievement in the field of human resource management and community leadership.  For more information about how to submit nominations please click here.


Unemployment Fraud:  KDOL has recently added a new Unemployment Fraud page to their website in response to comments and testimony provided by the business community during the 2010 legislative session.  To view the new information visit http://www.dol.ks.gov/fraud/fraud.html 


 Diversity Corner:  Diversity related events during the month of July include Independence days in the United States, Venezuela, Argentina, Colombia, Liberia and Peru.  Also celebrated during July:  The French holiday Bastille Day, The Egyptian observance of Revolution Day, the Spanish Feast of St. Ignatius Loyola, and the anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act in the United States . 

What is your chapter doing to celebrate the diversity that exists in your community?  Please contact  KS State SHRM Council Director of Diversity David Grant to discuss diversity related events your chapter may want to consider.  David can be reached at 913-894-3320 or via email at david.grant@jocogov.org. Thank you for supporting diversity in our organizations, communities and the HR profession.”
 

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