How To Talk About DEI At Work In A Polarizing Political Climate

Culture war and cultural wars concept or USA heritage and divided American politics as different … [+] philosophy as cultures fighting in conflict in the United States in a 3D illustration style. getty Following the events of the summer of 2020, many companies made bold statements proclaiming their support of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) […]

I Gave Up Explaining How To Pronounce My Name

As far as my family is concerned these days, my name is Simon. But, I never wanted to use that name officially, because, having to use my Christian name would mean that, I have to forgo my surname, something that I wasn’t keen on doing because, doing so, I would have to forgo some part […]

How To Not Get Canceled When You Make An Allyship Mistake

Wooden blocks with “CANCEL” text of concept. getty Most people are well-intentioned and want to be better allies, yet they are also humans who make mistakes. Hopeful allies will most certainly make mistakes along the journey to becoming an ally. By definition, allyship requires taking risks on someone else’s behalf. These risks can result in […]

As DEI policies come under legal attack, philanthropic donors consider how to adapt

NEW YORK (AP) — Foundations and major donors aren’t just watching court cases like the Supreme Court’s June decision ending affirmative action at universities, the ongoing lawsuit against a grant program aimed at supporting Black women entrepreneurs, and other legal challenges targeting corporate diversity programs. They are mobilizing to respond. Some nonprofits are financially supporting […]