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5 Crowning Achievements of Opal Lee

Juneteenth is around the corner, and as we get ready to celebrate this now federal holiday, it is important to celebrate Opal Lee as well. Opal (known as the Grandmother of Juneteenth) and her achievements led to Juneteenth becoming a federal holiday. That, however, isn’t her only achievement; far from it. Take a look at […]

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On The March to Celebrate Pride

In the U.S. Pride celebrations, parades, and marches take place in June to mark the anniversary of the Stonewall Riots. Did you know the Stonewall Riots weren’t the first time the LGBTQ+ community stood up against police harassment. Before Stonewall, there was a riot in Los Angeles at Cooper Do-Nuts, and in San Francisco at […]

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Mental Health and Crisis Events

The pandemic and national/global current events have changed the conversation around mental health at work. According to Mental Health America, violence—including gun violence—and fear of violence causes both trauma and ‘toxic stress,’ which is a contributing factor to the development of some mental health conditions. As the mental health awareness month of May concludes organizations […]

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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

The month of May was chosen to honor the Asian American and Pacific Islanders and their contributions, specifically commemorating both the arrival of the first Japanese immigrants to the U.S. in May 7, 1843, and the completion of the transcontinental railroad – which was predominantly built by Chinese immigrants – on May 10, 1869. AAPI […]

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Eid al-Fitr – “Festival of Breaking the Fast”

The religious festival Eid al-Fitr, or the “Festival of Breaking the Fast,” is one of two major holidays celebrated by Muslims around the world. Also known as the “Lesser Eid,” Eid al-Fitr commemorates the end of the fasting month of Ramadan. An occasion for special prayers, family visits, gift-giving, and charity, it takes place over […]

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Transgender Day of Visibility

Transgender Day of Visibility (TVoD) is an international event on March 31 dedicated to recognizing the accomplishments of the transgender community. On this day, my community celebrates trans people, raises awareness about the struggles that we face, and advocates for equal rights in a bid to educate and change society’s perceptions. Mckinsey provides research to better […]

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Diversity Crew Expands Organization to 50; Marking Exceptional First-Year Performance

With a burgeoning list of clients, Diversity Crew has ramped up its efforts in 2022 to remain at the forefront of diversity, equity and inclusion consulting. Exceptional performance and explosive growth during the first 20 months of business have necessitated additional partners, promotions from within, and additional staff. This expansion is essential to best serve a growing list of reputable […]