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  2. Equal Rights
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Equal Rights Education and Outreach

The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development's Equal Rights Division (ERD) strives to make Wisconsin a better place to live and work by protecting the rights of workers and job seekers and engaging with employers to achieve compliance with the laws we administer. We educate workers and employers alike on their rights and responsibilities in the workforce.

The Speakers Bureau

The Equal Rights Division's Speakers Bureau is comprised of a diverse group of specialists who are experts in the laws we enforce. Contact the ERD to schedule a trainings series on Wisconsin Fair Employment and Wage Payment and Collection Law or customize your experience with the selections listed below.

Employers Training Package

A comprehensive package designed to give you, your HR team, and supervisors a clear understanding of your rights and responsibilities in the workplace.

Optional Topics

Overview of Civil Rights Laws

  • Fair Employment Law Basics
  • Harassment in the Workplace
  • Fair Hiring and Avoiding Loaded Interview Questions
  • Wisconsin's Family and Medical Leave Act
  • FEL Advanced for HR Professionals
  • FMLA Advanced for HR Professionals
  • Wisconsin's Arrest & Conviction Record
  • Discrimination Protections
  • Wisconsin's Bone Marrow and Organ Donor Leave Act
  • Overview of the Discrimination Complaint Process

Overview of Labor Standards Laws

  • Advanced Topics in Labor Standards Laws for HR Professionals
  • Complying with Wisconsin's Overtime Laws
  • The Fair Labor Standards Act: An Overview of the Regulations
  • Employment of Minors
  • Employment of Minors Laws related to Student Learners

Request a Training

Call 608-266-6860 or email us to request a training or speaker for your next event. Our subject matter experts are available for in-person events and virtual trainings. We work with you to determine the most appropriate training topics and schedule to meet your specific needs.