Author: Lisa
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6 Incredible Podcasts about Women in the Workplace
Not all that long ago, podcasts were a strictly niche pursuit, limited to those with access to high speed bandwidth and the time to spend listening to them. The past few years, however, have witnessed a podcasting revolution. These days, podcasts can attract audiences in the millions and become pop culture phenomena in their own…
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College of Wooster takes steps to improve diversity and inclusion following sit-in
WOOSTER, Ohio – The College of Wooster will commit more money to combating all forms of discrimination on campus, the school announced Wednesday in an email to alumni. In the email, President Sarah Bolton also pledged to seek more student input about how the school should discourage discrimination. Bolton’s announcement follows a sit-in Jan. 24 by…
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Comic Book Store Dedicated to Diversity
In Philadelphia, a Comic Book Store Dedicated to Diversity Amalgam Comics & Coffeehouse, owned by Ariell R. Johnson, has become a center for creativity and community. In the historically working-class Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia, just a few minutes northeast of landmarks like Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, a unique literary destination has blossomed. Amalgam Comics & Coffeehouse, which…
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It’s all about priorites
You’d think after a handful of decades on planet Earth I wouldn’t be so dumbfounded at how quickly a year starts and ends—but 12 months seem to go even faster with each year that passes! I often feel like there’s just not enough time in a day, a week, a month, or even a year…
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Businesses Buckle Down on Plans to Increase Investment in Diversity
More businesses are plugging investment into diversity and inclusion programmes, according to a new survey of hiring decision-makers by jobs site Glassdoor. Over a third of the 750 firms surveyed said they expect to boost investment in diversity and inclusion efforts over the next year, and the report found that job candidate demographics were one…
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Synchrony
Synchrony is a company of individuals with different perspectives and unique ambitions. But we share strong values, a common purpose and a bold commitment to do the right thing. To us, doing what’s right means helping our employees, retail partners, cardholders, shareholders and communities achieve their unique ambitions. Our culture differentiates us from other companies. It…
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Gratitude
I consider myself to be a fairly easy-going person. Overall, I have a life that is less stressful than many people I know—I have a loving partner, slightly more than a handful of friends I adore, a great, supportive family, and I am grateful. I am not yet disciplined enough to write down the things I’m grateful…
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What is National Coming Out Day?
By Lindsey Jacobson. Today is National Coming Out Day, dedicated to raising awareness of civil rights for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender community. LGBTQ advocacy group the Human Rights Campaign says that National Coming Out Day is meant to help create an environment where living openly and honestly is possible. “Coming out is one of the most courageous acts…
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Necessity of Diversity at Disney Channel
Zendaya is using her status to speak up! The K.C. Undercover star sat down with friend and fellow female force Yara Shahidi for Glamour magazine’s powerful new issue. During the interview, the TV and film star talked about female empowerment, using her social media as a platform to bring about change and her Disney Channel show, which is gearing up for a…
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MLB Starts Diversity Fellowships
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball is starting a diversity fellowship program and will place about 20 selected candidates with teams and three with the sport’s central office. Applications, limited to people of color and women, can be submitted from Friday through Nov. 17 and the individuals selected will be announced in April. People eligible…