Inclusion
Outside the West, the Kundalini tradition presents a model of the ‘divine feminine’ beyond binary gender
Outside the West, the Kundalini tradition presents a model of the ‘divine feminine’ beyond binary gender The Kundalini tradition presents a model of the divine feminine beyond binary gender, offering an escape from oppressive gender norms. In this tradition, Shakti is a divine feminine energy that manifests in the human body as the electrifying force […]
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What makes a true Santa is inside – and comes with the red suit
What makes a true Santa is inside – and comes with the red suit A study on professional Santas found that not everyone who wears the red suit fits the traditional image of Santa Claus. The researchers identified three types of professional Santas: prototypical (64%), semi-prototypical (23%), and nonprototypical (13%), with the latter group being […]
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Automated systems decide which homeless Philadelphians get housing and who stays on the street – often in ways that feel arbitrary to those waiting
Automated systems decide which homeless Philadelphians get housing and who stays on the street – often in ways that feel arbitrary to those waiting Philadelphia’s automated system for allocating housing to homeless individuals, known as Coordinated Entry System (CES), has both benefits and drawbacks. While it centralizes resources and makes it easier for workers to […]
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Most colleges score low on helping students of all faiths – or none – develop a sense of belonging. Faculty can help change that
Most colleges score low on helping students of all faiths – or none – develop a sense of belonging. Faculty can help change that Most colleges struggle to create a sense of belonging for students from diverse faith backgrounds, but faculty can play a crucial role in fostering respectful relationships and conversations. A sense of […]
📚 Education
How a Colorado law school dug into its history to celebrate its unsung Black graduates
How a Colorado law school dug into its history to celebrate its unsung Black graduates Colorado Law School embarked on a project to uncover its unsung Black graduates by exploring its archives and conducting research. The school’s first known Black student, Franklin LaVeale Anderson, was identified through class portraits from 1899, but his story remained […]
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The military’s diversity rises out of recruitment targets, not any ‘woke’ goals
The military’s diversity rises out of recruitment targets, not any ‘woke’ goals The US military’s diversity is not driven by “woke” goals or politics, but rather by recruitment targets and demographic needs. The military’s diversity has been a result of its all-volunteer force model, which relies on recruiting individuals from underrepresented groups to fill personnel […]
🏛️ Politics
Bad Bunny and Puerto Rican Muslims: How both remix what it means to be Boricua
Bad Bunny and Puerto Rican Muslims: How both remix what it means to be Boricua Bad Bunny’s music reflects Puerto Rico’s mix of pride, pain, and creative resilience, blending reggaetón beats with sounds of Puerto Rican history and everyday life. Puerto Rican Muslims face unique challenges, including Islamophobia, racism, and marginalization, yet they find ways […]
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How autism rates are rising – and why that could lead to more inclusive communities
How autism rates are rising – and why that could lead to more inclusive communities Autism rates are rising in the US, with 1 in 31 children diagnosed by age 8, up from 1 in 36 in 2023, according to the CDC. The diagnostic definition of autism spectrum disorder has expanded over time to include […]
🏥 Health
Arab American students and parents see US schools very differently − political tensions are widening the gap
Arab American students and parents see US schools very differently − political tensions are widening the gap A growing generational divide exists between Arab American students and their parents, with 64% of students saying their parents don’t fully understand the U.S. school system. The gap reflects intergenerational cultural dissonance, where immigrant parents and children adapt […]
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Complying with Trump administration’s attack on DEI could get employers into legal trouble
Complying with Trump administration’s attack on DEI could get employers into legal trouble Complying with Trump administration’s attack on DEI could get employers into legal trouble due to the chilling effect it has on private businesses, leading them to slash their diversity and inclusion programs. DEI is not illegal, but discrimination is. Employers must comply […]
🏛️ Politics