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While Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery, there is a deeper and very important story to understand. Slaves were emancipated on January 1, 1863, but it was not until two and a half years later that Texas slaves were freed, when Union Army General Granger rode to Galveston and made the proclamation.
Read MoreHappy International Women's Day! This year's theme is "Choose To Challenge," which is so fitting for the work we do with our clients. We help clients challenge assumptions, the status quo, resistance to change and fear of what will be uncovered if we start to get serious about DE&I work.
If you are not Black or Asian, you may feel it’s not your place to say something about all the terrifying ways racism is playing out around us. In fact, the exact opposite is true. Demonstrate humanity. Show up.
Staying quiet, keeping your head down, acting like this is none of your business sends a message - even if totally unintentional - that you do not care, that because this does not affect you directly it is not important. This is totally contrary to being an ally at a time allyship matters most. Allies show up.
Read MoreImpostor syndrome is kicking up all over the place right now. People who normally feel very confident are feeling unequipped to make decisions in the midst of so much heartbreak, economic devastation and uncertainty.
Read MoreIf you have even a remote sense that there is gender inequity playing out at work - whether you’ve heard unofficial comments or observed something more blatant - it is critical to step up and address the situation head on. Here is an action plan for what to do…
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