Did you know media representation can impact policy and access to resources for women & minorities? Outspoken speaker Nancy Wang Yuen spoke alongside Meghan Markle & Katie Couric about how limited portrayals of women and minorities can affect everyday people’s social and emotional wellbeing in addition to the choices our policymakers make.
Read MoreThis Women’s History Month, don’t forget about how important woman have been and continue to be in the advancement of an inclusive and diverse world. As this month’s theme focuses on these efforts, remember that DEIB can unlock a world of fresh ideas and better decision-making! Our blog explores how diversity drives innovation and success.
Read MoreOutspoken speaker Tina Opie is an award-winning educator and researcher whose trademarked Shared Sisterhood framework has been the catalyst for individuals and organizations to unearth blind spots when it comes to biases and make lasting change, particularly when it comes to overcoming roadblocks to said justice and equity. Her book, Shared Sisterhood, digs deep into those strategies and unpacks actionable steps we can take to be more inclusive at work and at home. And it’s that book that is the groundwork for Tina’s proven strategies for overcoming obstacles to the race and gender-based discrimination that happens at more organizations than you might think.
Read MoreAs part of our celebration of International Transgender Day of Visibility today—a day meant to recognize the resilience and accomplishments of the trans community—it’s important to us to raise awareness about discrimination faced by trans speakers as they bravely share their stories with audiences. Although having gained much positive attention through her TED talks and being invited regularly to share her lived experience as a man and a woman, Paula Stone Williams continues to be a target for those who do not recognize the importance of her experiences as both genders to help cisgender audiences understand how to be more equitable to others.
Read MoreIt’s International Women's Day, and today we recognize the cultural, political, and socioeconomic achievements of women around the world. To celebrate, we’re inviting you to join us—let’s #BreaktheBias. Will you call out gender bias, discrimination each time you see it? Will you resist stereotyping and, instead, see the individual? Will you stand firm as an ally to all women, calling in others to create inclusive spaces?
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