Ten Black Scientists that Science Teachers Should Know About
We have made a list of some of the top Black scientists, engineers, inventors and mathematicians.
8 Ways To Be a (Better) Ally
How to be an ally has become an increasingly popular discussion this year, and an important one at that, but many are confused about what exactly it means to be an ally.
They're Doing It: Awe-Inspiring Black Female Entrepreneurs
Black female business owners are a booming economic force in the U.S. Here are nine women leading the charge.
This is what happened when we asked job candidates to describe a time they experienced racism at work
I appreciate being part of the process, a representative of the fleck of color employed on staff, able to use my innate racism radar to help build the best team possible.
Barack Obama: The First Black President
On November 4, 2008, Senator Barack Obama of Illinois defeats Senator John McCain of Arizona to become the 44th U.S. president, and the first African American elected to the White House.
The Marines are set to have the first Black 4-star general in their 246-year history
More than 35 years since his career in the U.S. Marine Corps began, Lt. Gen. Michael Langley could reach one of the highest ranks of the military.
Black Civil War Soldiers
Black soldiers had fought in the Revolutionary War and—unofficially—in the War of 1812, but state militias had excluded African Americans since 1792. The U.S. Army had never accepted black soldiers.
How to Promote Racial Equity in the Workplace
Many White people deny the existence of racism against people of color because they assume that racism is defined by deliberate actions motivated by malice and hatred. However, racism can occur without conscious awareness or intent.
Racial Inclusion: What Your Black Employees Really Need You To Know
With all the current movement around diversity and inclusion at the moment, one would be forgiven for thinking that organizations have suddenly switched on the light, and are working in earnest to promote and embed diversity and inclusion.
Seven Hidden Figures from Black History
Whenever February comes around, the celebration of Black History Month has a tendency to focus on the same people over and over again. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Jackie Robinson, Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman. All were incredibly important to the history of this country. However, they are far from the only African Americans that people should know about.
What exactly is a microaggression?
The word "microaggression," like the behaviors it describes, is probably going to be with us for some time, so it's worth understanding what it means.
What Is the Difference Between Hispanic and Latino?
Are you wondering what the difference is between the terms Hispanic and Latino?
Understanding Our Perceptions of Asian Americans
An overview essay on Asian Americans, including identity issues (perceptions and misperceptions, use of terminology, understanding demographics, and the extreme diversity contained within the term.
What Is Tokenism, and Why Does It Matter in the Workplace?
A recent panel at The Wond'ry explored the effects of tokenism in the workplace, and how businesses and employees can address it.
Improving Racial and Ethnic Diversity in the Workplace
In the modern workplace, companies are placing greater emphasis on diversity and inclusion initiatives to strengthen organizational adaptability, gain competitive advantage and reduce legal risks. Despite this trend, many companies still struggle with racial and ethnic discrimination and policymaking.
Black Codes
Black codes were restrictive laws designed to limit the freedom of African Americans and ensure their availability as a cheap labor force after slavery was abolished during the Civil War.
Debunking the Myths of Racial Equity: What Entrepreneurs Need to Know
A culture of belonging in the company is nice but what matters is guaranteeing parity in income and equity for Black, Latinos and women team members.
Senate confirms Jackson as first Black woman on U.S. Supreme Court
Biden hails vote as a "historic moment for our nation"
The Next Generation of Staffing: Challenges of Racial Bias in the Workplace
During unprecedented times of racial discord, a portion of the population is feeling a tsunami of emotions. Given recent events in the US and protests rising around the world, the time is right to talk about racial inequality at work.