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Vermont Same-Sex-Marriage Veto Threat Triggers Flood of Hate Mail to Governor

What Are 4 Ways to Get Your Online Résumé Noticed?

Keeping your résumé current and circulating online is vital to your career in any economy. Here are four ways to make sure your résumé gets read. .

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Does Being Anti-Immigration Mean You're Anti-Latino?

Immigration reform is a hot topic nationwide. Some Latinos--even those who are natural citizens--feel harassed because the attack is no longer only on undocumented workers. .

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Will Travel Restrictions to Cuba Finally End?

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How Has Dr. King's Death Changed Corporate America?

April 4 marks the 41st anniversary of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination. As the world reflects on his fight for social justice, DiversityInc considers Dr. King's impact on corporate America. .

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Immigration Reform Is Crucial to Census, Latino Groups Say

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Lesbian & Gay Marriage Legal in Iowa--47 More to Go

Iowa became the third state in the nation to allow same-sex marriage after the state Supreme Court ruled it was unconstitutional to prohibit lesbian and gay couples from marrying. Will this decision remain?.

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Jobless Rate Hits 8.5 Percent--Is an End in Sight?

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The DiversityInc Top 10 Companies for African Americans List

What makes a company great for African Americans? Community support, talent development, educational efforts and strong employee-resource groups. So who are the best?.

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Will the DREAM Act Provide a Path to Citizenship?

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How Has the United States Created Opportunities for Immigrants?

And how have immigrants benefitted? Find out what top successful business executives, who are also immigrants, say..

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10 Things NEVER to Say to Latino Executives

Have you accidentally said the wrong thing to a Latino executive? Or do you think that's a mistake you would never make? Find out what Latino executives think are the 10 things you should never say..

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Fidel Castro Meets Black Lawmakers: Is Change Coming to Cuba?

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The DiversityInc Top 10 Companies for Latinos List

What makes a good company for Latinos? Find out why these companies made our top 10 list..

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Gay & Catholic: Confessions of My (Former) Guilt

DiversityInc's Kevin Canessa shares his personal struggle to retain his faith in response to comments from Cardinal Francis George. What did the Cardinal say?.

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Aetna First Health Insurance Company to Cover Medically Fragile Children at Almost Home Kids

Aetna announced today that it will cover the transition care services of Naperville's Almost Home Kids (formerly CoACH Care Center) for its members -- the first insurance company in Illinois to do so..

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Myth Buster: Undocumented Immigrants Are NOT Invading America

Just-released data from the Pew Hispanic Center reveals the truth about undocumented immigrants. .

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Why Are Latinos Choosing Careers in Law Enforcement?

Six New Jersey State Police troopers, all Latino, explain what attracted them to law enforcement. Watch this video..

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Who Will Win $100,000 in Scholarship Prizes From Ford?

Today, five finalists present business plans as part of the Ford HBCU Business Classic competition. Find out more..

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Does Russell Simmons Support Gay Marriage?

Hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons sent an open letter to New York Gov. David Paterson. What does he say? Read his letter here..

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Does Reverse-Discrimination Really Exist? Supreme Court Hears Major Race Case

Today, the Supreme Court will hear arguments in a landmark reverse-bias case filed by a group of firefighters--one Latino and the rest are white--against the city of New Haven, Conn. What's really at stake here?.

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Pulitzer-Winning 'Slavery by Another Name' Examines Black History

Pulitzer Prize-winner Douglas Blackmon, a keynote speaker at DiversityInc's inaugural diversity learning event, reveals the shocking truth about discrimination in America. Read edited highlights from his new book, "Slavery by Another Name," here..

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How Does Novartis International AG Help People Who Cant Afford Healthcare?

Today, more than 14,500 associates worldwide will take part in the pharmaceutical giant's Community Partnership Day. Who's being helped--and how?.

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The DiversityInc Top 10 Companies for LGBT Employees List

What makes a company the right place for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender employees to work? What about their friends and families?.

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Kaiser Permanente Continues to Spread Health With New Ads Debuting in April

Kaiser Permanente is adding two new television commercials to its Thrive advertising campaign this month..

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The Lilly Ledbetter Act of 2009

The Ledbetter Fair Pay Act was the first bill to be signed into law by President Barack Obama. Find out more from attorney Weldon Latham..

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What Does Dr. Michael Eric Dyson Say About Diversity? (VIDEO)

Bestselling author Dr. Michael Eric Dyson receives a standing ovation from more than 300 people at the DiversityInc Top 50 event. What else did Dyson share? Who's coming to DiversityInc's next event in November?.

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A Decade After Matthew Shepards Brutal Murder, Feds Finally Act (VIDEOS)

The House approves a new bill to deter hate crimes related to gender identity and sexual orientation. Next stop: the U.S. Senate. .

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Immigration Reform Shifts Focus to Employers of Undocumented Workers

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McCain Wants First Black Heavyweight Champion Pardoned

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7 Things NEVER to Say to Asian-American Executives

Pretty sure you'd never make a stereotypical comment to an Asian American in your office? Read what seven things these Asian-American executives hope you never say..

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Want American Citizenship--Fast?

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Lesbian & Gay Marriage Legal in Iowa--47 More to Go

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5 Mentoring Best Practices

What's the best way to develop effective mentoring programs that will retain and promote talented people from all groups? Here's what DiversityInc's top 10 mentoring companies do..

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NYC Fried-Chicken Eateries Named After Obama

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Lesbian & Gay Marriage Now Legal in Vermont; Who's Next?

Despite opposition from Gov. Jim Douglas, Vermont has become the fourth state to legalize same-sex marriage. Only 46 states to go..

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Why Are Gays Being Killed in Iraq?

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First N.J. Female Athletic Director, a Catholic Nun, Dies During Holy Week

Did you know that New Jersey's first woman high-school athletic director was also a nun? Read the incredible story of Sister Mary Alan Barszczewski, who passed away during the holiest week in the Catholic Church..

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Will U.S. Supreme Court Put Gay Marriage on Its Agenda?

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Why Are Women CEOs Still So Rare?

Where are all the women senior executives? DiversityInc's Senior Vice President and Executive Editor Barbara Frankel explores the dearth of women at the head of major corporations. .

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DiversityIncBestPractices Gives You a Source for Census Data That Makes the Business Case for Diversity

Do you know where to look for demographic data that gives you ammunition in making the business case for diversity? Check out our recommendation..

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Myth: 'Immigrants Destroy Local Economies'

Not in DiversityInc's backyard. What are Asian Indian immigrants doing to turn a small New Jersey town, not far from our headquarters, into a thriving community?.

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How Do You Navigate the Corporate Culture Successfully?

Find out from this woman who broke barriers at Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp., No. 20 on The DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for DiversityÂ® list..

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Social Psych 101: Why Do We Hate Immigrants?

Immigration reform is in the spotlight. Will this provoke more ignorance and bigotry?.

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Why Are Hate Groups on the Rise?

Is Obama's presidency fueling more racism? A new survey reveals shocking findings..

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Immigration Success Story: My Journey From Jamaica

Karen Brown, corporate director of diversity partnerships at Rockwell Collins (one of DiversityInc's 25 Noteworthy Companies), knows what it's like to feel different. How has being an immigrant helped her become a more effective leader?.

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Social Responsibility, Grassroots Style (VIDEO)

How are mentoring practices at this law-enforcement agency helping inner-city, at-risk kids create a promising future? Watch this video to find out..

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Obama's Serve America Act: A New Way to Earn Cash for College?

Calling all students, seniors and everyone in between: The recently signed Ted Kennedy Serve America Act will help stimulate the economy and spur educational financing through social support. How can you get involved?.

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KPMG LLP Releases Inaugural Living Green Annual Report

KPMG LLP, the U.S. audit, tax, and advisory firm, describes how it is pursuing green practices and eco-friendly initiatives as a business strategy in its first Living Green Annual Report..

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Does Oprah Own the 'Aha!' Moment?

Harpo Productions and insurance giant Mutual of Omaha spar over trademark rights. What does the media queen have to say?.

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Kaiser Permanente continua difundiendo la salud con nuevos avisos que se presentan en Abril

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Surprising New Statistics on Asians in the U.S.

Just-released data shows an uptick in this often overlooked group. Are you missing an opportunity? .

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Racial Profiling at Stores: What Would YOU Do?

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Supreme Court Considers Voting Rights Act in Obama Era

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Have Great Career Advice? Send Us Your Stories

DiversityInc wants to know what advice YOU would offer today's job seeker. .

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What Impact Will the Ledbetter Act Have on Corporations?

President Obama's first bill rescinded the 180-day statute of limitations for pay discrimination. But how will this affect women in corporate America? .

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What Vital Organs Are Fans Offering Natalie Cole on Live TV?

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Obama's Aunt Gets Reprieve in Immigration Battle

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Did Civil and Human Rights Make America Rich?

The average American is 55 times wealthier than the average person in China. What made this possible?.

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How Does Poverty Affect Kids' Cognitive Development?

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Which Ethnic Group Distrusts the Criminal-Justice System Most?

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Immigration Awareness Month Facts

How many foreign-born workers are in the U.S. work force? What's their economic impact? Country of origin?.

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Latinos Make Up Half of New Americans

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Can New Fathers Develop Postpartum Depression?

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Should Asian Americans Change Their Names?

One lawmaker in Texas suggests that Chinese Americans would be better off "Americanizing" their names to be "more understandable" for those who don't know Chinese. Another example bigotry?.

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How Can Puerto Ricans Advance in the Workplace?

How can you use a networking organization to jumpstart your career? Watch this video from the leader of one of the best groups out there..

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Overweight? Should You Pay More to Fly?

Find out which airline is enforcing second-seat fees to passengers who can't fit comfortably into one..

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Are Your Execs Educated in Ethics?

Find out which B-school is launching a new leadership-training institute..

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How Is Novartis Grooming Future Talent?

From job-shadowing to mock marketing campaigns, 200 high-school students prepared for the workplace at Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp. (No. 20 on The DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for DiversityÂ® list) as part of a week-long career-prep initiative..

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Response of the Week: Same-Sex Marriage & Religions Role

DiversityInc's article "What's Next for the LGBT Movement?" prompted numerous thought-provoking opinions from readers on race, religion, equality and constitutional rights. Here's one response that addresses them all. .

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Wal-Mart Reports Record Increase in Business with Minority- and Women-Owned Suppliers

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What Does 'Truly Inclusive' Mean?

Can it be used in communities? The White Guy explains how to close disparity gaps locally. But are we doing it?.

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What Is It Like Being a Female State Trooper? (VIDEO)

How has this law-enforcement officer, a New Jersey state trooper, advanced her career in a male-dominated field? .

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Maryland Law School Names First Black Dean (Video)

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How Is Rutgers University Using Diversity to Transform Learning & Society?

Rutgers University President Richard McCormick reveals what he's doing to build on the diversity of his New Jersey campuses..

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Bank Bailouts Criticized for Lack of Diversity

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Bullying Led to Gay Son's Death, Say Parents

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From Ellis Island to DiversityInc

Without Grandpa Benny, where would DiversityInc's Senior Vice President and Executive Editor Barbara Frankel be today? Here, she shares her grandfather's remarkable journey to America..

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Why Are Some Immigrant Detainee Deaths Not Reported?

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Why Are More Black College Athletes Graduating?

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Could the Immigration-Reform Debate Cause 'An Explosion for Obama?'

Which issue matters more: immigration or the economy? Read why some politicians are attacking President Obama for his comprehensive immigration-reform policies amid the economic crisis. .

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U.S. Citizens Detained in Immigration Crackdown

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Texas Republican Betty Brown Inducted Into the Hall of Shame (VIDEO)

Why is DiversityInc inducting Texas lawmaker Betty Brown into our hall of fame? Our Vice President of Business Development Carolynn L. Johnson explains..

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Stop Bullying of Gay Students

Join the nation's youth to mark GLSEN's "Day of Silence" today--and watch our video..

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Is Racism Damaging the HBCU Talent Pipeline?

Watch Dr. Julianne Malveaux, president of Bennett College for Women, as she discusses this and more at DiversityInc's inaugural diversity learning event. .

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What Not to Say to a Mixed-Race Colleague

DiversityInc CEO Luke Visconti and Kathy Hopinkah Hannan, a managing partner for KPMG (No. 21 in The 2009 DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for Diversity®), share things you should never say to a multiracial coworker on NPR. Listen to the interview..

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Wal-Mart to Nearly Double Solar Energy Use in California

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How to Really Invest in America (VIDEO)

Find out what Dr. Julianne Malveaux, president of Bennett College for Women, says about building the talent pipeline at DiversityInc's inaugural diversity learning event..

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Need Data on Immigrants?

DiversityIncBestPractices points you to an amazing one-stop source, checked out by our researcher. .

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Voting Rights Act: What Will the Supreme Court Ruling Mean for Blacks?

Today, the conservative-leaning court will hear arguments challenging the Voting Rights Act. If the act isn't renewed, what will the repercussions be?.

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Hiring During a Recession? (VIDEO)

Watch this exclusive interview with Accenture's LaMae DeJongh on why recruiting during a downturn is more important than ever..

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E-Mail of the Day: Power of the LGBT-Rights Movement

DiversityInc's article "A Bigot-Run Beverage Company?" received numerous comments from readers about Michael Savage's "bigoted drivel." Here's what one regular reader has to say about gay rights..

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What's Major League Baseball's Score for Diversity?

Are they hiring enough Blacks, Latinos and Asians? One study reveals the answer..

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Let's Recognize, Help Immigrants, Says NYC Mayor Bloomberg

New York City has an estimated 2.9 million foreign-born residents, a number unmatched by any other city nationally. What is Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg doing to welcome them?.

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Why Are Women Still Earning Less Than Men?

Are your college-educated daughters, wives, sisters earning the same as male counterparts at work? New surprising research released on Equal Pay Day..

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How to Stop Black, Latino Kids From Dropping Out

Which state is taking a really aggressive course to reduce the soaring dropout rate for Black and Latino kids? What can you do to help?.

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How to Fix a Multicultural Misstep: Burger King Does It Right

Uh oh. What do you do if your company airs an offensive ad? Watch the commercial and learn a lesson from Burger King..

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The DiversityInc Top 10 Companies for Asian Americans List

What makes a company an excellent place for Asian Americans? We rate the best of the best..

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Immigration Success Story: From Haiti to America's Heartland

Pierre Georges Bonnefil, former immigration prosecutor and member of the law firm Epstein Becker and Green, shares his advice for newly arrived immigrants..

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|Immigration Month|

DiversityInc Celebrates Immigration Month.

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MasterCard Worldwide Among Top Companies for Diversity

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Reuben Loewy's Verbal Brand Identity

Be careful what you say about Reuben Loewy--he's an expert on the nuances of words..

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AT&T's Joan N. Kerr: Cutting-Edge Supplier Diversity

For Joan Namahana Kerr, passion for civil rights and legal training led to an unusual path: a leadership role in supplier diversity..

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Wednesday, April 1, 2009

Looking for Work? 6 Ways to Make Your Resume Work.

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Which Industries Are Best for Latinas, Black & Asian Women?

Find out which sectors for women in management stand out..

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Thursday, April 2, 2009

Does Being Anti-Immigration Mean You're Anti-Latino?.

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ALPFA Nonprofit - Professional & Networking Organizations

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Friday, April 3, 2009

How Has Dr. King's Death Changed Corporate America?.

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Saturday, April 4, 2009

How Has Dr. King's Death Changed Corporate America?.

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Monday, April 6, 2009

The DiversityInc Top 10 Companies for African Americans.

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Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Which Industries Are Best for Asian-American Women?.

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Kraft Foods and Save the Children Team Up to Fight Malnutrition

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DiversityInc Press Resources

Press Resources.

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Wednesday, April 8, 2009

How Can Having Diverse Mentors Benefit Your Career?.

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Preschool Obesity Rates Highest for American Indians, Blacks, Latinos

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Thursday, April 9, 2009

How Has the United States Created Opportunities for Immigrants?.

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Video Newsletter: Friday, April 10, 2009

Video Newsletter: Friday, April 10, 2009.

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Friday, April 10, 2009

10 Things NEVER to Say to Latino Executives.

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Video Newsletter: Saturday, April 11, 2009

Video Newsletter: Saturday, April 11, 2009.

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Saturday, April 11, 2009

How Mentors Can Change Your Career (VIDEO).

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Video Newsletter: Monday, April 13, 2009

Video Newsletter: Monday, April 13, 2009.

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Monday, April 13, 2009

The DiversityInc Top 10 Companies for Latinos.

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Video Newsletter: Tuesday, April 14, 2009

Video Newsletter: Tueday, April 14, 2009.

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Tuesday, April 14, 2009

Gay & Catholic: Confessions of My (Former) Guilt.

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Video Newsletter: Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Video Newsletter: Wednesday, April 15, 2009.

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Wednesday, April 15, 2009

How to Fix a Multicultural Misstep: Burger King Does It Right.

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Video Newsletter: Thursday, April 16, 2009

Video Newsletter: Thursday, April 16, 2009.

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Thursday, April 16, 2009

Myth Buster: Undocumented Immigrants Are NOT Invading America.

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Video Newsletter: Friday, April 17, 2009

Video Newsletter: Friday, April 17, 2009.

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Friday, April 17, 2009

Who Will Win $100,000 in Scholarship Prizes From Ford?.

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Saturday, April 18, 2009

Does Russell Simmons Support Gay Marriage?.

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Video Newsletter: Monday, April 20, 2009

Video Newsletter: Monday, April 20, 2009.

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Monday, April 20, 2009

The DiversityInc Top 10 Companies for Asian Americans.

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Video Newsletter: Tuesday, April 21, 2009

Video Newsletter: Tuesday, April 21, 2009.

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Tuesday, April 21, 2009

Why Are Hate Groups on the Rise?.

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Need the Latest Work-Force Data?

Here's where to get the most reliable research..

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Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Does Reverse Discrimination Really Exist? Supreme Court Hears Major Race Case.

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Thursday, April 23, 2009

Pulitzer-Winning 'Slavery by Another Name' Examines Black History.

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Friday, April 24, 2009

Things NEVER to Say to Foreign-Born Colleagues.

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Saturday, April 25, 2009

Was Oprah Dissed by Overnight Star Susan Boyle?.

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Monday, April 27, 2009

The DiversityInc Top 10 Companies for LGBT Employees List.

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Tuesday, April 28, 2009

A Bigot-Run Beverage Company? (VIDEO).

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Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Voting Rights Act: What Will the Supreme Court Ruling Mean for Blacks?.

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Condoleezza Rice Inducted Into DiversityInc's Hall of Shame

Find out why Condoleezza Rice is inducted into DiversityInc's Hall of Shame..

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Asian Pacific Islander American Heritage Month Facts

The Asian population is rich in history and culture. We celebrate with a collection on their history, successes and influence in corporate America and in society..

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