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by Daryl Michael Scott | ASALH Former National President The story of Black History Month begins in Chicago during the summer of 1915. An alumnus of the University of Chicago with many friends in the city, Carter G. Woodson traveled from Washington, D.C. to participate in a national celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of emancipation…

Events Leading to King Holiday On November 2, 1983, President Ronald Reagan signed the King Holiday Bill into law, designating the third Monday in January a federal holiday in observance of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The legislation to recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day was first introduced just four days after…

Despite recent news headlines that may have intentionally or unintentionally indicated otherwise, the federal government has not abolished all Affirmative Action regulations, and companies that were required to have Affirmative Action Plans prior to 2025 may still be required to maintain portions of those plans, at least for the time being. Earlier this year, President…

People of today make conscious decisions- be it life or work. In life, they safeguard their own interests. At work, the “Equal Employment Opportunity” act protects it for them. With the evolving world, the nature of work-life has changed as well. But there is one major business change that we have seen. That change is…

The phrase “equal opportunity employer” is often used in job descriptions or at the top of the careers section of a company’s website. But what does it mean? Dictionaries differ, but one possible definition of the phrase, based on federal regulations, is: “An employer that pledges to not discriminate against employees based on race, color,…

By Christine de Largy, Executive Fellow of Organisational Behaviour, London Business School Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is under attack both from political and business leaders. As a result, some organisations are scaling back or even withdrawing from their DEI initiatives. Yet, as businesses retreat from inclusion, employee engagement is quietly eroding. Gallup’s 2022 report…

Juneteenth stands as one of the most significant milestones in American history—a day that marks the long-overdue enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas, ensuring the freedom of enslaved African Americans. It’s a day of celebration, reflection and continued commitment to justice. For Black Veterans, Juneteenth carries an even deeper meaning, connecting the legacy of…

An Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) promotes fairness and prohibits discrimination in the workplace based on protected characteristics. Compliance with EEOC regulations is crucial for most US companies. Being an EEO employer fosters diversity, bringing unique perspectives and capabilities, enhancing business success. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) refers to fair, unbiased treatment in the workplace. Employers are…

Local Celebrations As recently as the 1970s, women’s history was virtually an unknown topic in the K-12 curriculum or in general public consciousness. To address this situation, the Education Task Force of the Sonoma County (California) Commission on the Status of Women initiated a “Women’s History Week” celebration for 1978. The week March 8th, International…

An equal opportunity employer is a company that provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. This includes providing fair wages and benefits as well as prohibiting discrimination in hiring and promotion decisions. By being an equal opportunity employer, businesses can benefit from…