by Christopher M. Reber – Hudson County Community College – Jersey City, NJ
One of my heroes, Mr. Rogers, often shared this inspirational quote by peace activist Mary Lou Kownacki: “There isn’t anyone you couldn’t love once you’ve heard their story.” At HCCC, we tell our stories.
by Jaclyn Y. Garver – NCMPR National Office – Fort Wayne, IN
May is Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate AAPI people and the contributions they make to our culture and nation.
by Linnie S. Carter, Ph.D., APR – HACC, Central Pennsylvania’s Community College – Harrisburg, PA
Effectively navigating and addressing bigotry, racism and white supremacy can be exhausting and traumatic. So here, I want to talk about the mental health of Black and Indigenous people and people of color.
by Jaclyn Y. Garver – NCMPR National Office – Fort Wayne, IN
For the Black community, Black History Month is a celebration of history, of ancestors, of Black excellence. For the non-Black community, it’s a time for education.
by Jaclyn Y. Garver – NCMPR National Office – Fort Wayne, IN
AP’s new chapter on inclusive storytelling aims to ‘shine a light’ on underrepresented populations.
by Katherine Leszczynski – Metropolitan Community College – Omaha, NE
Metropolitan Community College’s department of equity and inclusion has a goal to make sure all feel accepted and appreciated for who they are and where they come from.
by Alexis Calma – South Puget Sound Community College – Olympia, WA
South Puget Sound Community College’s native land acknowledgment is more than a statement that is read at the beginning of an event. It’s a commitment that the SPSCC community has made to our Native communities and is constantly evolving.
by Jennifer Pue – Palo Alto College – San Antonio, TX
As we take time to learn about our nation’s history, it’s important to recognize the achievements and remember the challenges of our ancestors. By doing so, we’ll all gain a better understanding of our differences and backgrounds that ultimately make us one community.
by Linnie S. Carter, Ph.D., APR – HACC, Central Pennsylvania’s Community College – Harrisburg, PA
There are many ways to advocate for women of color in the workplace, these five are a great place to start.
by Linnie S. Carter, Ph.D., APR – HACC, Central Pennsylvania’s Community College – Harrisburg, PA
When I look at U.S. President Joe Biden, a white man, and U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris, a Black, Asian-American woman, I see a familiar dynamic. No, this article is not about politics. Yes, this article is about the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion.
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