Join LCW attorneys for a free, one-hour webinar on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) enforcement issues affecting California public and higher education institutions. Recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions, Presidential Executive Orders, and U.S. Department of Education guidance have raised important questions—and concerns—about how schools and districts can uphold their core values while complying with federal laws.

In the webinar LCW attorneys will break down the evolving legal framework and provide practical insights to help institutions stay compliant while continuing to foster inclusive, welcoming environments.

Key Topics Include:

1. Legal Framework: Understanding your institution’s obligations, rights, and restrictions under the U.S. Constitution, federal laws, California’s Constitution (Proposition 209), the California Education Code, and Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations—particularly in relation to recruitment, hiring, evaluation, EEO plans, and student support services.
2. Federal Updates: The impact of recent Executive Orders and Department of Education guidance on DEIA efforts.
3. Complaint Response: Best practices for handling complaints and federal inquiries.
4. Campus Climate: Practical strategies to create inclusive, supportive spaces for all students and employees—while maintaining compliance with legal obligations.
5. Policy and Resource Support: Tools and resources to help your institution support diverse communities effectively.

Who Should Attend:
This webinar is designed for education professionals seeking clarity on their legal responsibilities and limits around DEIA practices. Whether an administrator, HR professional, educator, or support staff, participants will gain valuable guidance on maintaining lawful, mission-driven programs that serve students, applicants, and employees from all backgrounds.

Length:
1 hour

Time:
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

MCLE:
Liebert Cassidy Whitmore is an approved MCLE provider. Participating attorneys are eligible for 1 hour of MCLE. The person from your agency that registers for this webinar will receive the official set of MCLE forms. In order to receive your MCLE credit, you will need to complete and return these forms that will be available at the workshop.

HRCI:
This program has been pre-approved for 1 HR (general) credits toward aPHR®, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).

Cancellation & Refund Policy:
Cancellations received 2 or more business days before the webinar are eligible for a full refund, minus a nonrefundable $10 administrative fee. Cancellations received fewer than 2 business days before the webinar are not eligible for a refund.  If a recording is available, we will gladly provide access after the session.  No-shows will not be refunded. Substitutions are allowed at any time at no additional charge. To cancel or substitute a registration, please email Nick Rescigno at nrescigno@lcwlegal.com.

LCW programs are designed exclusively for management representatives. As such, registration is limited to individuals who represent employers. We do not accept registrations from individuals employed by unions, union-side law firms or consulting firms that represent employees in labor relations matters, or from attorneys or organizations whose primary role is to represent employees.

LCW reserves the right to decline registrations that do not align with these criteria. Those registrations will be denied and monies returned, less a $10 administrative fee.

Please note that one registration equals one connection to the webinar. Links cannot be shared.

Questions?
Please email Nick Rescigno at nrescigno@lcwlegal.com.