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Microaggressions in the Workplace

By Marley Bessette

As a part of the observation of May as Mental Health Awareness month, I would like to discuss a common elephant in the room, described by some as a “death of a thousand cuts”: microaggressions. Those of us that identify as a part of a historically marginalized group, have experienced them. For example, imagine you … Continued

Indigenous Peoples’ Day – A Personal Reflection

By TJ Lynch

When I was accepted into the AmeriCorps program at Red Cloud Indian School in Porcupine, SD, all I knew about Native Americans was the whitewashed story of the first Thanksgiving, how “Indians” and settlers gathered around to celebrate the harvest.  Sure, we read about the Trail of Tears in high school, but my education about … Continued

Celebrating Black History Month: The Importance of Diversity Equity and Inclusion

By Shavon Andrews

Black History Month is an annual celebration to recognize the achievements of African Americans in the U.S., initially conceptualized in 1925 by historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Across the U.S., organizations celebrate Black History Month every February. It’s an important time for workplaces to recognize African Americans’ role throughout history and … Continued