How the 100 biggest U.S. companies have changed their DEI messaging Corporate mentions of diversity and inclusion have plummeted from 2023 to 2024. Fortune · May 29, 2024
Rams announce Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellows for 2024 The Rams announced four coaching fellows for OTAs and minicamp, including former NFL DB Will Blackmon USA Today Sports Media Group · May 28, 2024
Richard Dreyfuss' comments about women, LGBTQ+ people and diversity lead venue to apologize A venue has issued an apology after actor Richard Dreyfuss showed up in a dress at a “Jaws”-themed event and made comments that were demeaning to women and LGBTQ+ people The Independent UK · May 28, 2024
Astronomy has a bullying and harassment issue: 'Results presented in this report are bleak' A "damning" 2020 survey, conducted by the Royal Astronomical Society, reveals systemic bullying across the field of astronomy. Space · May 28, 2024
Cleaning the ‘Bangladeshi’: DNA and citizenship in contemporary India Despite the tremendous diversity of languages and cultures in India, we are all but leaves of the same tree – migrants and mixed. The genome data that we have of Indians show that there are no genetic differences between caste groups. Tribals too are not some isolated communities. Newslaundry · May 28, 2024
Armenians, Hmong and other groups feel US race and ethnicity categories don't represent them The federal government recently reclassified race and ethnicity groups in an effort to better capture the diversity of the United States, but some groups feel the changes are still missing the mark The Independent UK · May 27, 2024
Miss Argentina Pageant Embraces Diversity And Age Inclusion Alejandra Marisa Rodríguez's journey in Miss Argentina pageant challenges ageism and celebrates diversity. Top News · May 26, 2024
British Columbia needs a unified response to respond to the biodiversity crisis From massive kelp forests to monumental old-growth on land, British Columbia’s biodiversity — which is unrivalled in Canada — provides an array of cultural, economic, social and other benefits. B.C.’s wide-ranging ecological zones are home to over 70 per cent of Canada’s mammal, bird and non-vascular plant species. The Conversation · May 26, 2024
Job ads aimed at the ‘benefits class’ may be well-meant, but smack of contempt Attempts by cultural organisations to increase social diversity instead echo the Victorians’ demonisation of the ‘lower orders’ The Guardian - UK · May 26, 2024
Discover the awards celebrating excellence and diversity in British business The Lloyds Bank British Business Excellence Awards celebrates the best of British business, with three new categories announced for 2024 The Independent UK · May 24, 2024
Senator Tim Scott Faces Attacks As Potential VP Contender Senator Tim Scott's potential VP candidacy under President Trump's re-election campaign and his commitment to advocating for conservative values and diversity. Top News · May 23, 2024
Nature’s ghosts: how reviving medieval farming offers wildlife an unexpected haven Agriculture is often seen as the enemy of biodiversity, but in an excerpt from her new book Sophie Yeo explains how techniques from the middle ages allow plants and animals to flourish The Guardian - UK · May 23, 2024
Diversity jobs at North Carolina public universities may be at risk with upcoming board vote North Carolina’s public university system could soon see its existing diversity programs and jobs drastically cut if its governing board votes as expected to repeal its current diversity policy The Independent UK · May 23, 2024
US cricket team: A melting pot set to co-host ICC T20 World Cup NEW DELHI: As the U.S. prepares to co-host the Twenty20 World Cup, its cricket team presents a fitting microcosm of the country's diversity. The 15-man squad features players born in India, Pakistan, New Zealand, and South Africa, alongside home-grown talent from places like Queens, New York, and Hialeah, Florida. The Times of India · May 23, 2024
The Independent UK · May 23, 2024 Italian museum recreates Tanzanian butterfly forest to raise awareness on biodiversity research An Italian science museum has created a butterfly forest inside a tropical mountain greenhouse in the city of Trento
The Conversation · May 22, 2024 We’ve come a long way on gender diversity but what about class? How networks of private school privilege dominate Australian society In 2021, the coach of the Perth-based West Coast Eagles Australian rules football team said recruits who attended public schools and came from single-parent families are too costly to manage off-field and the club might be better off concentrating on private school boys from stable families.
The Independent UK · May 22, 2024 $100 million for equity: MacArthur Foundation's new big bet and mandate The MacArthur Foundation will let loose another $100 million to a single project in the third installation of its global 100&Change competition, which for the first time requires applicants to address diversity, equity, and inclusion issues, the foundation announced Wednesday
Tom’s Guide · May 22, 2024 7 No Mow May alternatives to attract pollinators to your yard Support biodiversity and encourage wildlife into your garden thanks to these No Mow May alternatives.
Top News · May 22, 2024 NFL Doubles Down On Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion Efforts NFL's bold stance on diversity, equity, and inclusion through new initiatives and commitment to inclusivity.
Top News · May 21, 2024 NFL Launches Major DEI Initiative For Minority-Owned Businesses NFL introduces NFL Source, a DEI initiative to promote diversity in supplier contracts for major events.
Fortune · May 21, 2024 Health care workforce challenges must be addressed to support Black mothers In order to serve Black mothers, the healthcare workforce must properly focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Evening Standard · May 21, 2024 OPINION - Diversity is just window-dressing for companies — how can they be so foolish? So, picture this: you’re deep in the media world, where everyone talks about “diversity” and “inclusion” like it’s second nature. It’s in every chat, every memo, and every big event. But here’s the thing — do we really know what these words mean? And do we actually care about what…
Kiplinger · May 21, 2024 Do You Know What DEI Actually Is? So many people don’t understand what DEI (diversity, equity, inclusion) really means, and that has led to some misconceptions about its relevance.
Top News · May 21, 2024 Lawsuit Challenges Southwest Air's Hispanic Student Ticket Program Lawsuit challenges Southwest Airlines' free ticket program for Hispanic students, raising questions about race-based initiatives and diversity programs.
Reason · May 20, 2024 Washington Post Criticizes Diversity Statements in Higher Education An excerpt from yesterday's editorial: [J]obseekers who disagree with the ideological premises of such inquiries have an overwhelming incentive to suppress their true beliefs, or pretend to have the "right" ones, lest they be eliminated from consideration. It's a dilemma, especially given the high stakes: As the University of California…