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SUMMARY:Religion and the Federal Workplace: Preventing Discrimination and Providing Accommodations
DESCRIPTION:Title VII makes it illegal to discriminate against someone based on religion – and it has for decades. However\, this is one of the least understood categories in discrimination complaints. What does “discrimination” based on religion actually mean\, what counts as a religion\, and where’s the line between an offensive statement and a hostile work environment? Plus\, what are your agency’s responsibilities and obligations when employees request a reasonable accommodation for religion? \nIn this 60-minute training\, FELTG President and attorney Deborah J. Hopkins will answer these questions and more. She will also include a thorough discussion one OPM’s July 16\, 2025 guidance about religious accommodations. Your agency shouldn’t miss this timely event. \nLearning objectives \n\nIdentify situations where religious discrimination may arise – and address it before it occurs.\nUnderstand the requirements of “unwelcome” and “sufficiently severe or pervasive” in religious harassment claims.\nDetermine appropriate uses of telework as religious accommodation.\n\nTraining time\n1:00 pm – 2:00 pm ET \nPricing\nStandard (register through August 6\, 2025): $250.00 \nEvent FAQs\nCan I attend this class using my government computer?\nThis event will be held on Zoom. Many government computers and systems allow Zoom access. If\, for some reason\, your firewall will not allow access\, you are welcome to use your personal email address to register and to attend the sessions from your personal device. Dial-in telephone access is also available. \nCan I earn CLE credits for this class?\nCLE applications are the responsibility of each attendee; FELTG does not apply for the credits on behalf of attendees. If you seek CLE credit\, you may use the materials provided by FELTG in submission to your state bar. You may also request a certificate of completion containing the number of training hours attended. \nCan I share my access link with co-workers?\nNo. Registration for this event is per individual\, and access links may not be shared. Each link may only be used by one person. \nCan I register as a teleworker?\nThis event is individual registration\, so the cost is the same whether the person is teleworking or attending from an agency facility. \nWhat are the Substitute\, Cancellation\, and No-show Policies for Registered Participants?\nSubstitutions may be made at no cost with advance notice to FELTG. We kindly request 24-hour advance notice. No substitutions will be permitted within one hour of the training start time. No cancellations are accepted within 30 days of the training start date. No cancellations are accepted on pre-paid registrations. There are no refunds for no-shows. \nIs this Training Compliant with the 2025 Executive Orders? \nAll FELTG classes are in compliance with the Trump administration’s Executive Orders.
URL:https://feltg.com/event/religion-and-the-federal-workplace-preventing-discrimination-and-providing-accommodations/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T123000
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SUMMARY:Workplace Investigations Week - August 11-15\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:This week of FELTG training focuses on conducting administrative investigations in the Federal workplace with an emphasis on employee misconduct\, including workplace harassment. Workplace Investigations Week always includes the most up-to-date information on the skills\, trends\, and cases\, including OPM’s regulations on investigative leave. \nMonday\, August 11: Administrative Investigations: The Substantive Basis \nWhy investigate? This kick-off day will answer that question\, as well as provide attendees with an understanding of discipline law\, charges of misconduct\, and penalty evidence. It will also cover witness rights and union representation. \nTuesday\, August 12: Harassment Investigations \nThis second day of Workplace Investigations Week focuses on harassment\, both EEO and non-EEO. We’ll review how to investigate allegations of harassment and discuss the latest in LGBTQ+ discrimination law. Other topics covered include sexual harassment claims\, liability in harassment cases\, what to charge in harassment cases\, and more. \nWednesday\, August 13: Conducting the Investigation\, Part I \nWe begin our two-day dive into functional investigative skills with a review of evidentiary principles\, followed by tips and guidelines for preparing for the investigation\, plus interviewing strategies and challenges. \nThursday\, August 14: Conducting the Investigation\, Part II \nThis day begins with a look at assessing witness credibility by considering plausibility\, demeanor\, omissions\, motive\, body language\, and more. We’ll also cover acquiring other evidence\, medical evidence\, and rules for being an effective witness. \nFriday\, August 15: Writing the Investigative Report \nFELTG closes out the week with an in-depth review of how to write an effective report of investigation. We’ll discuss organizing the report\, establishing the chronology\, as well as report writing style\, writing conventions\, and more. \nLearning objectives\n\nIdentify the characteristics of a legally sufficient investigation.\nDetermine potential charges\, and related evidence needed\, in misconduct investigations.\nDifferentiate between EEO and non-EEO harassment.\nDetermine witness credibility and learn how to handle difficult witnesses.\nIdentify all the relevant facts to include in the report of investigation.\n\nTraining time\n12:30 pm – 4:30 pm ET each day \nPricing\nEarly bird (register by July 11\, 2025) \n\n5 days = $1\,895\n4 days = $1\,575\n3 days = $1\,230\n2 days = $855\n1 day = $525\n\nStandard (register July 12 – August 15\, 2025) \n\n5 days = $1\,995\n4 days =$1\,675\n3 days = $1\,330\n2 days = $955\n1 day = $625\n\nEvent FAQs\nCan I attend this class using my government computer? \nThis event will be held on Zoom. Many government computers and systems allow Zoom access. If\, for some reason\, your firewall will not allow access\, you are welcome to use your personal email address to register and to attend the sessions from your personal device. Dial-in telephone access is also available. \nCan I earn CLE credits for this class?\nCLE applications are the responsibility of each attendee; FELTG does not apply for the credits on behalf of attendees. If you are seeking CLE credit\, you may use the materials provided by FELTG in submission to your state bar. You may also request a certificate of completion which will contain the number of training hours attended. \nCan I share my access link with co-workers?\nNo. Registration for this event is per individual\, and access links may not be shared. Each link may only be used by one person. \nCan I register a teleworker?\nThis event is individual registration\, so the cost is the same whether the person is teleworking or attending from an agency facility. \nHow do I receive a group discount?\nGroup discounts are available for agencies registering 10 or more individuals for the full event by the early bird registration deadline. The group discount must be requested in writing with registration submission via email or fax. \nWhat are the Substitute\, Cancellation\, and No-show Policies for Registered Participants?\nSubstitutions may be made at no cost with advance notice to FELTG. We kindly request 24-hour advance notice. No substitutions will be permitted within one hour of the training start time. No cancellations are accepted within 30 days of the training start date. No cancellations are accepted on pre-paid registrations. There are no refunds for no-shows. \nIs this Training Compliant with the 2025 Executive Orders? \nAll FELTG classes are in compliance with the Trump administration’s Executive Orders.
URL:https://feltg.com/event/workplace-investigations-week-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T130000
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SUMMARY:Telework as Reasonable Accommodation for Disability\, Pregnancy\, and Religion - August 26\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Whether you work for a Federal agency subject to President Trump’s inauguration day Return to In-Person Work Memorandum\, or you work for a state or local government or private sector company who has ordered employees back to work onsite\, one thing is sure: you have received a number of exemption requests from individuals who are requesting telework or remote work as a reasonable accommodation for a medical condition. Plus\, with the July 16\, 2025\, OPM memo on the parameters for providing telework and remote work as a religious accommodation\, it’s a topic on a lot of people’s minds. \nSo\, what are the lawful exemptions to the in-person work requirement? How do you determine if telework or remote work is an appropriate reasonable accommodation? What should you do if there is another accommodation that would also be effective?  This training will answer all of those questions and more. \nLearning objectives \n\nIdentify the lawful exemptions to “return to in-person” work orders.\nDetermine if telework or remote work are effective reasonable accommodations for medical conditions or religion.\nRecognize when an employer can legally deny telework as an accommodation.\n\nTraining time\n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm ET \nPricing\nStandard (register through\, 2025): $350.00 \nEvent FAQs\nCan I attend this class using a government computer?\nThis event will be held on Zoom. Many government computers and systems allow Zoom access. If\, for some reason\, your firewall will not allow access\, you are welcome to use your personal email address to register and to attend the sessions from your personal device. Dial-in telephone access is also available. \nCan I earn CLE credits for this class?\nCLE applications are the responsibility of each attendee; FELTG does not apply for the credits on behalf of attendees. If you seek CLE credit\, you may use the materials provided by FELTG in submission to your state bar. You may also request a certificate of completion containing the number of training hours attended. \nCan I share my access link with co-workers?\nNo. Registration for this event is per individual\, and access links may not be shared. Each link may only be used by one person. \nCan I register as a teleworker?\nThis event is individual registration\, so the cost is the same whether the person is teleworking or attending from an agency facility. \nWhat are the Substitute\, Cancellation\, and No-show Policies for Registered Participants?\nSubstitutions may be made at no cost with advance notice to FELTG. We kindly request 24-hour advance notice. No substitutions will be permitted within one hour of the training start time. No cancellations are accepted within 30 days of the training start date. No cancellations are accepted on pre-paid registrations. There are no refunds for no-shows. \nIs this Training Compliant with the 2025 Executive Orders? \nAll FELTG classes are in compliance with the Trump administration’s Executive Orders.
URL:https://feltg.com/event/telework-as-reasonable-accommodation-for-disability-pregnancy-and-religion-august-26-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T163000
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SUMMARY:Hearing Advocacy: Presenting Cases Before the MSPB and EEOC - August 27-28\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re representing your agency before the Merit Systems Protection Board or the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission\, there is one ultimate goal: zealously advocate for your client to get the desired result. This interactive course will prepare you for these kinds of hearings whether you represent the agency side or the employee side. \nWednesday\, August 27: Developing a Theory \nIn this session\, you’ll learn strategies for developing a theory of the case and obtain guidance for the process including discovery\, depositions\, and motions practice. The content will be delivered in practical\, useful modules that provide the student with the tools needed to effectively practice employment law and represent the client when it matters most. \nLearning objectives \n\nEffectively request and respond to written discovery.\nTake and defend depositions.\nRecognize proper format\, practices\, and etiquette for hearings.\n\nThursday\, August 28: Developing the Record \nThis session will focus on developing the record. You’ll receive tips on litigation techniques to improve your skills – and make your position stand out. This course will address pre-hearing submissions\, opening statements\, direct examinations\, cross-examinations\, and closing statements. \nLearning objectives \n\nEffectively organize and prepare for the hearing.\nMake compelling opening and closing statements.\nAvoid the most common hearing mistakes.\n\nTraining time\n1:00 pm – 4:30 pm ET each day \nPricing\nEarly bird (register by July 28\, 2025) \n\n2 days = $855\n1 day = $525\n\nStandard (register July 29 – August 28\, 2025) \n\n2 days = $955\n1 day = $625\n\nEvent FAQs\nCan I attend this class using my government computer?\nThis event will be held on Zoom. Many government computers and systems allow Zoom access. If\, for some reason\, your firewall will not allow access\, you are welcome to use your personal email address to register and to attend the sessions from your personal device. Dial-in telephone access is also available. \nCan I earn CLE credits for this class?\nCLE applications are the responsibility of each attendee; FELTG does not apply for the credits on behalf of attendees. If you are seeking CLE credit\, you may use the materials provided by FELTG in submission to your state bar. You may also request a certificate of completion which will contain the number of training hours attended. \nCan I share my access link with co-workers?\nNo. Registration for this event is per individual\, and access links may not be shared. Each link may only be used by one person. \nCan I register a teleworker?\nThis event is individual registration\, so the cost is the same whether the person is teleworking or attending from an agency facility. \nHow do I receive a group discount?\nGroup discounts are available for agencies registering 10 or more individuals for the full event by the early bird registration deadline. The group discount must be requested in writing with registration submission via email or fax. \nWhat are the Substitute\, Cancellation\, and No-show Policies for Registered Participants?\nSubstitutions may be made at no cost with advance notice to FELTG. We kindly request 24-hour advance notice. No substitutions will be permitted within one hour of the training start time. No cancellations are accepted within 30 days of the training start date. No cancellations are accepted on pre-paid registrations. There are no refunds for no-shows. \nIs this Training Compliant with the 2025 Executive Orders? \nAll FELTG classes are in compliance with the Trump administration’s Executive Orders.
URL:https://feltg.com/event/hearing-advocacy-presenting-cases-before-the-mspb-and-eeoc-2/
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