Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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7 Ways To Meaningfully Honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day
By Katie Dupere Too often, Martin Luther King Jr. Day is seen as a day off — and little else. Here’s how to change that in your life. Aside from grade school lessons painting a vague picture of King’s life and activism, the majority of us, especially white people, remain detached from his impact. King is…
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Betty White: A defender of diversity and inclusion
Emmy Award-winning actress and comedy legend Betty White died at the age of 99 on Dec. 31, just weeks before her centennial birthday. To millions, she was “America’s sweetheart” best known for her iconic TV roles in “Golden Girls” and “The Mary Tyler Moore Show.” Younger generations knew her for her peppy personality and snarky…
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A New Year For Diversity, Equity And Inclusion Strategy & Three Legal Questions Tech Companies Should Consider
By Sheeva Ghassemi-Vanni, Mira Dewji For years, technology companies of all sizes have set ambitious goals around cultivating a more diverse workforce. Immediately following the 2020 killing of George Floyd, companies and communities nationwide began to make more conscious efforts to address systemic racism and racial injustice. This is part of a broader series of social justice…
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How Kindness Fits Into a Happy Life
A new analysis of decades of research shows that when we are kind to others, we are healthier and happier. BY JILL SUTTIE We all know that it’s good to be kind to others. Kindness is an important virtue for sustaining relationships, which helps to build a trusting and cooperative society. You may have also heard…
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Use Radical Objectivity To Create And Retain An Inclusive Workforce
by James Nash@inbeta_io Today, the age of corporate social justice is dawning. With the business case for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) now more vital than ever, we’re beginning to see organizations truly embrace social activism. And while social justice was, rightly, the initial impetus, companies are finally waking up to the business case for…
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Time Marches On
I am constantly amazed at the consistency and efficiency of time. It just keeps marching on, regardless of circumstance or event. Sometimes we can perceive time as going more slowly or more quickly, but it is only our perception that makes the difference. Time doesn’t waver. I’ve heard it said that “everyone has the same…
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Just Like Everybody Else
My seven-year-old nephew, (about to be eight), is in the second grade. As often as I can I ask him, “What was the favorite part of your day at school today?” Sometimes he tells me it was playing with his friends at recess. Sometimes it’s painting in art class. This past week, however, when I…
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4 Things to Know About National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) This Year
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). In this article, you’ll learn four important concepts that impact NDEAM in 2021: 1. How the federal government is framing NDEAM 2021 2. Work-from-home roadblocks for employees with disabilities (see disability employment and WFH statistics here) 3. How working can potentially jeopardize state-based benefits, and 4. How to find free help for disability-related employment concerns. Federal NDEAM…
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National Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month takes place September 15 to October 15 every year as a time to recognize and celebrate the many contributions, diverse cultures, and extensive histories of the American Latino community. Beginning in 1968, Hispanic Heritage Month was originally observed as “Hispanic Heritage Week” under President Lyndon Johnson, but it was later extended to…
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Camp Quest Travels ‘Around the World’ Teaching Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
‘We want our campers to know that you’re living in a global society,’ founder says By: Arthur Mondale RIVIERA BEACH, Fla. — Equity, diversity and inclusion have accelerated conversations in the workplace, from hiring initiatives to practices and policies — both big and small. But the push doesn’t stop there. It’s uniquely being promoted in one…
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