Snapchat Inc. to pay $15 million to settle discrimination and harassment lawsuit in California
What measures will Snapchat Inc. implement following the settlement?
Following the settlement, Snapchat Inc. will implement several measures to ensure a fair and inclusive environment for all employees. These measures include hiring an independent consultant to evaluate its compensation and promotion policies, retaining an outside auditor for sexual harassment, retaliation, and discrimination compliance, and training staff on preventing discrimination, retaliation, and sexual harassment in the workplace. Additionally, the company will provide information to all employees about their right to report harassment or discrimination without fear of retaliation.
What ongoing issues does Snapchat Inc. deny having?
Snapchat Inc. denies having ongoing issues related to systemic pay equity, discrimination, harassment, or retaliation against women. The company claims to be committed to maintaining a fair and inclusive environment at Snap. However, they settled a lawsuit brought by California's civil rights agency for $15 million, which alleged that the company discriminated against female employees, failed to prevent workplace sexual harassment, and retaliated against women who complained2.
Over what time period did the alleged discrimination and harassment occur at Snapchat Inc.?
The alleged discrimination and harassment at Snapchat Inc. occurred between 2014 and 2024, according to the California Civil Rights Department's lawsuit. The settlement covers women who worked for the company in California during this period.