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‘But You Look So Good!’ and 7 Other Things NOT to Say to a Person With a Non-Visible Disability

‘But You Look So Good!’ and 7 Other Things NOT to Say to a Person With a Non-Visible Disability

If you have a friend, relative or coworker with an illness or disability that isn’t obvious, you may think you’re doing the right thing by saying he or she “looks so good.” You can’t even tell the person has a disability, and that’s a good thing, right? Wrong.

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Re-Centering the History in Black History

Re-Centering the History in Black History

Despite an impressive list of prestigious awards and national accomplishments, Rutgers University’s Dr. Clement Alexander Price is a remarkably down-to-earth person. A Black historian and community activist, Price is the Rutgers Board of Governors Distinguished Service Professor of History at the Newark, N.J., campus. Price is most known for founding [...]

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5 Things NEVER to Say to Muslim Coworkers

5 Things NEVER to Say to Muslim Coworkers

“I didn’t know you were Arab.” Find out what other culturally insensitive comments people make to colleagues of the Islamic faith.

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6 Things NEVER to Say to a Veteran Coworker

6 Things NEVER to Say to a Veteran Coworker

“Have you ever killed anyone?” Find out the most inappropriate questions to ask former military service members in your workplace.

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Things NEVER to Say to Muslim Coworkers Has DiversityInc Readers Divided

Things NEVER to Say to Muslim Coworkers Has DiversityInc Readers Divided

Our article”5 Things NEVER to Say to Muslim Coworkers” has readers talking–about religion in the workplace, customs, attitudes and accommodations. Read a sample of these comments here.

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Why the ‘B’ in ‘Black’ Is Capitalized at DiversityInc

Why the ‘B’ in ‘Black’ Is Capitalized at DiversityInc

The White Guy responds to a DiversityInc reader who asks why in other publications the “b” in “blacks” is not capitalized.

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Things NEVER to Say to American Indian Coworkers

Things NEVER to Say to American Indian Coworkers

Just introduced to an American Indian colleague? Take a look at the things you should avoid saying if you don’t want to offend your coworker.

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Should Gays Be Allowed to Serve in the Military?

Should Gays Be Allowed to Serve in the Military?

President Barack Obama is on the verge of repealing the “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy. What will that mean for straight servicemen and women? The White Guy addresses one reader’s concern over sleeping and showering with LGBT soldiers.

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10 Things NEVER to Say to a Black Coworker

10 Things NEVER to Say to a Black Coworker

Looking to make small talk in the office? Tread carefully. Here are 10 things you should never say to a Black coworker.

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Readers Sound Off on 10 Things NEVER to Say to a Black Coworker

Readers Sound Off on 10 Things NEVER to Say to a Black Coworker

Readers can’t stop e-mailing us about “10 Things NEVER to say to a Black Coworker.” What’s getting them so riled up? Here’s what one reader has to tell you.

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Things NEVER to Say to Older Coworkers

Things NEVER to Say to Older Coworkers

From inquiring about age to asking if someone has had cosmetic surgery, there are some things you shouldn’t say to older colleagues. Here’s how to avoid putting your foot in your mouth.

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9 Things NEVER to Say to White Colleagues

9 Things NEVER to Say to White Colleagues

We keep hearing what straight, able-bodied white people shouldn’t say to others, but what shouldn’t you say to them? What are the best ways to work with white allies?

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Affirmative Action: Why Is Ward Connerly Wrong?

Affirmative Action: Why Is Ward Connerly Wrong?

DiversityInc CEO Luke Visconti explains why Connerly, who argues against a California program that balances admissions to demographics, fails to serve people equally. How can public schools overcome bias?

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Does Gay Marriage Violate Your Religious Values?

We’re reaching a crossroads in the way our country treats its LGBT citizens. The dominos are starting to fall.

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Things NEVER to Say to a Foreign-Born Colleague

Things NEVER to Say to a Foreign-Born Colleague

From “You speak English so well!” to “You must have a sad story to tell,” blurting out phrases such as these to an immigrant coworker can be highly offensive. What other blunder might you unintentionally make?

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