human relations

noun

, (usually used with a singular verb)

1. the study of group behavior for the purpose of improving interpersonal relationships, as among employees.

Word History and Origins

Origin of human relations¹

First recorded in 1915–20

Example Sentences

The employees being pushed out include a human relations director and a product designer, along with Chief Operating Officer Andrew Northwall and Chief Product Officer Sandro De Moraes.

From Salon

Those jobs included positions for engineers, technicians, accountants, human relations professionals and others, with a focus on early-career development for recent high school and community college graduates, Whitesides said in an interview this week.

From Los Angeles Times

Robin Toma, executive director of the Los Angeles County Commission on Human Relations, spoke Thursday in support of Gascón’s efforts to fight against hate crimes.

From Los Angeles Times

After the settlement and ensuing non-disclosure agreement, Vereb remained in Shapiro's cabinet until September of that year, when he abruptly resigned as news outlets obtained the public records and prepared to report on the complaint that was filed with the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission.

From Salon

Human Relations Commission noted a 126% increase in anti-LGBTQ+ activity in 2022 from the previous year.

From Los Angeles Times