The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is the world's largest association devoted to human resource management.

As an influential voice, SHRM is committed to advancing the human resource profession to ensure that HR is an essential and effective partner in developing and executing organizational strategy. Founded in 1948, SHRM currently has more than 500 affiliated chapters within the United States and members in more than 120 countries.

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SHRM Finds Employers Are Increasingly Conducting Background Checks To Ensure Workplace Safety

Companies Look to HR Professionals to C reate a Safe Workplace as Part of Business Strategy

(Alexandria, Va., January 20, 2004)— The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) reports that more than half (57 percent) of HR professionals are somewhat or very concerned about workplace violence according to the SHRM Workplace Violence Survey, released today. HR professionals are taking the lead to address security concerns within their organizations and are responding with increased background checking for potential employees and greater security precautions.
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SHRM Calls for Action on Workplace Issues

Leading Human Resource Organization Reacts to State of the Union Address

(Alexandria, Va., January 20, 2004)  Following the President's State of the Union address, the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) called upon the Bush administration and Congress to work together to fulfill their commitment to the American workforce by taking immediate action to ensure the United States has the capability to compete in the global marketplace, create jobs and provide a fair, flexible workplace.
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