Equity
Vaccine mandates misinformation: 2 experts explain the true role of slavery and racism in the history of public health policy – and the growing threat ignorance poses today
Vaccine mandates misinformation: 2 experts explain the true role of slavery and racism in the history of public health policy – and the growing threat ignorance poses today Vaccine mandates are being threatened in Florida, where the state plans to eliminate vaccine mandates for its citizens, including those for children to attend school. The elimination […]
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From intention to impact: 3 ways men in leadership can build equitable workplaces that work for everyone
From intention to impact: 3 ways men in leadership can build equitable workplaces that work for everyone Men in leadership positions can build equitable workplaces by challenging misogynistic behavior without fear of social judgment, promoting clear communication standards and encouraging open dialogue. Taking paternity leave is crucial for creating a more gender-inclusive environment, normalizing men’s […]
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How school choice policies evolved from supporting Black students to subsidizing middle-class families
How school choice policies evolved from supporting Black students to subsidizing middle-class families School voucher programs that allow families to use public funds to pay tuition to attend private schools have evolved from their original purpose of supporting Black students to subsidizing middle-class families. The first vouchers were offered in the 1800s to help children […]
🏛️ Politics
Beyond the backlash: What evidence shows about the economic impact of DEI
Beyond the backlash: What evidence shows about the economic impact of DEI DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) has a long history in the US, dating back to landmark efforts such as the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and affirmative action policies. The research shows that DEI initiatives are good for business, with companies with diverse […]
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WHO is finalizing a new treaty that prepares for the next pandemic − but the US isn’t signing
WHO is finalizing a new treaty that prepares for the next pandemic − but the US isn’t signing The World Health Organization (WHO) has finalized its first-ever pandemic agreement, which aims to prepare for the next global health crisis. The US did not participate in the negotiations due to its intention to withdraw from the […]
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Leaders can promote gender equity without deepening polarization − here’s how
Leaders can promote gender equity without deepening polarization − here’s how Leaders can promote gender equity without deepening polarization by framing conversations around metrics that show how inclusion drives outcomes, rather than zero-sum thinking. The perception of gender equity efforts varies widely among men and women, highlighting the importance of involving men in the conversation […]
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Reducing diversity, equity and inclusion to a catchphrase undermines its true purpose
Reducing diversity, equity and inclusion to a catchphrase undermines its true purpose Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is often reduced to a catchphrase, undermining its true purpose of tackling racism and exclusionary policies that limit access to resources and perpetuate injustice. Despite efforts to promote DEI, persistent disparities in housing, education, employment, healthcare, and the […]
🏛️ Politics
Land reparations are possible − and over 225 US communities are already working to make amends for slavery and colonization
Land reparations are possible − and over 225 US communities are already working to make amends for slavery and colonization Ever since the United States government’s unfulfilled promise of giving every newly freed Black American “40 acres and a mule” after the Civil War, descendants of the enslaved have repeatedly proposed the idea of redistributing […]
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We analyzed racial justice statements from the 500 largest US companies and found that DEI officials really did have an influence
We analyzed racial justice statements from the 500 largest US companies and found that DEI officials really did have an influence In 2020, American businesses responded to an unprecedented wave of racial justice protests with an equally unprecedented surge in corporate commitments. Even as President Donald Trump was calling protesters “terrorists,” companies in industries across […]
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