Cultural Diversity
American Book Awards given to honor works reflecting nation's cultural diversity
Books on human caging, early Detroit and African-American culture in Los Angeles are among this year’s winners for works reflecting the country’s …
Los AngelesDetroit Candidate For State Senator 'Deeply Regrets' Referring To Her Opponent As 'Ching-Chong'
Michigan state Rep. Bettie Cook Scott has issued an apology after news of her using racial slurs against her Asian opponent, Rep. Stephanie Chang, …
DiversityLaw firms take reality check on their cultural diversity
Heard the one about what diversity means in a law firm? That they replace a white male with a white female.<p>So have most of Australia's leading firms, …
DiversityYoung models called to audition for KwaThema Fashion Week
KwaThema – KwaThema Fashion Week is calling on local young models and designers to showcase their work during their upcoming event.<p>The season’s …
Fashion WeekIndependence Day 2018: Indian, Chinese Armies show warmth in Sikkim
Officials of India's Army and China's People Liberation Army (PLA) met at Nathu La on the Indian side of Sikkim to celebrate India's Independence Day …
IndiaBlack Craft Beer Brewers Remind The Industry Of Their Presence With Pittsburgh's First Black Brew Festival
The term "craft beer" is typically considered white-adjacent. But thanks to a few black crafters dedicated to highlighting the diversity of brewing, …
Craft BeerSpeak Up Against Racism: How White Parents Can Teach Inclusion to Kids
“I have a dream that my four children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin, but the content of …
DiversitySOE Ministry Develops Youth Through 'Students Know the Nation' Program
<b>Jakarta.</b> The Ministry of State-Owned Enterprises has taken an active role in developing Indonesia's youth to ensure a better workforce in the future …
IndonesiaMore hotels are grappling with racial bias
Recent incidents at hotels around the country have raised questions about diversity training.
HospitalityOmarosa Confirms There Are Tapes Of Trump Saying ‘N****r,’ Twitter Goes ‘Water Is Wet’
Ousted from the Trump administration, Omarosa Manigault Newman is going full-force promoting her new memoir "Unhinged." Fully banking off the access …
Donald TrumpA Bus Driver Was Fired After Punching A Bigoted Passenger Who Spit On Him And Called Him A 'N****r'
Surveillance video footage from a May incident involving a Palm Tran bus driver and a racist rider who went way too far has recently been circulating …
DiversityJohn Bailey Reelected Academy President After Sexual-Harassment Probe
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Board of Governors reelected John Bailey to his second year as president Tuesday night. Bailey, a …
Sexual HarassmentSurround yourself with Natural Beauty in Bocas del Toro
<b>BOCAS DEL TORO</b><p>The islands of Bocas del Toro are the essence of the<b>Panamanian Caribbean</b>. This paradise will delight you with its<b>coral reefs</b>,</b> …
Natural BeautyQuebec's young Liberals propose financial reward for cultural diversity
QUEBEC — The Liberal youth wing is calling on the Couillard government to encourage cultural organizations to show greater sensitivity to ethnic …
Canadian NewsWhat's At Stake For Black America With President Trump's Current Supreme Court Nomination
"Human progress is neither automatic nor inevitable.”This admonition from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is one that African Americans should take to …
Civil RightsRanking names Cobb, Marietta schools some of the best in Georgia
Cobb County and Marietta schools made the Honor Roll in Niche’s ranking of Georgia’s best school districts for 2019.<p>The ranking and review site …
EducationThis Artist Puts Cowboys Star Quarterback, Dak Prescott, In The Sunken Place For National Anthem Comments
There's a new wrinkle to the ongoing national anthem protests dominating discussions around the NFL.Arlington, Texas artist, Trey Wilder, painted a …
NFLSUMMERTIME CHI MEANS DANCING IN THE PARK: CHICAGO SUMMERDANCE
Aug 5, 2018<p><b>THE CITY OF CHICAGO AND THE DEPARTMENT OF CULTURAL AFFAIRS AND SPECIAL EVENTS PRESENTS 'CHICAGO SUMMERDANCE". THIS FREE SUMMER MUSIC</b> …
Tamar BraxtonTrump Unleashed An Unhinged Attack On LeBron James, Twitter Goes For 45's Neck
President Donald Trump's latest attack against a black public figure is a twofer. Newly minted Laker LeBron James and CNN's Don Lemon were next in …
Lebron JamesWoman Asks For A Temporary Password From Utility Company, So They Send Her 'N****r'
A Seattle, Washington woman tried to obtain a temporary password from a local utility company. What she received was a racial slur.<p>Erica Conway …
Puget SoundPyrrhic Pleasure: The Important Message Everyone Seems To Be Missing When Analyzing 'Get Out'
Since its official release in February 2017, Jordan Peele’s "<i>Get Out</i> has dominated American racial conversations with its situating of white …
DiversityHigher Ed Can Reproduce Institutional And Cultural Racism, Making Them 'Not So Safe' Spaces For African American Stduents
African American students’ educational experiences have consistently been tied to issues of social justice; they have organized and advocated for …
African-American NewsVC Fred Wilson: Where Did You Go to School?
Nearly half of venture capital investors attended the same two colleges. That's not a recipe for diversity.<p>I read this post yesterday that says that 40 percent of VC investors went to either Stanford or Harvard.<p>Frankly, I am not surprised.<p>I've worked in this industry for over 30 years. It is full …
Venture CapitalCollege of Charleston resumes affirmative action after 2-year hiatus
The College of Charleston has begun practicing race-conscious affirmative action in its admissions office again, about two years after quietly …
College & UniversityVenture capital’s diversity disaster
The lack of diversity issue in Silicon Valley touches all aspects of the industry — entrepreneurship, big tech company demographics and venture capital. While tech companies have been a bit more deliberate about fostering diversity and inclusion in the last few years — and have made a small bit of …
Venture CapitalBraves' Newcomb apologizes for old offensive tweets
Atlanta Braves left-hander Sean Newcomb apologized Sunday for racist and homophobic tweets he posted in 2011 and 2012.<p>FILE PHOTO: Jul 8, 2018; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Atlanta Braves pitcher Sean Newcomb (15) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Miller Park. Mandatory …
Milwaukee BrewersLetter: Keep your spit to yourself
Anthony writes: "Robert Stanzler must know that spitting on another individual is certainly not made in Detroit."
DetroitMutuo Brings Mexican and Brazilian Perspectives to LA's Architectural Milieu
Mutuo is an LA-based practiced founded by Jose Herrasti, originally from Mexico City, and Fernanda Oppermann, originally from Brazil. After a few …
ArchitectureAuthor to Discuss Cultural Diversity in Books at Anderson’s Bookshop
"Cultural Diversity in Writing" will be the topic of a brief presentation to precede a book signing by author Susan Miura from 2-4 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 5, at Anderson's Book Shop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave, Naperville. Drawings for three gift baskets containing books, chocolate and gift cards from …
BooksBigot Who Wanted Black Man To Know ‘How Much Of A N****r’ He Was Says His Life Is ‘Ruined’
A white man who followed a Black man to his house to spew racial slurs at him claims the viral video of the incident has ruined his life.Last …
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