Joe Biden had a drawn-out process to pick his running mate for vice president, Sen. Kamala Harris. There are excellent lessons to be learned for corporate America:
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Exploring the History and Evolution of Employee Resource Groups
Employee resource groups (ERGs) are powerful resources for facilitating discussions and providing networks for professionals based on shared identities, experiences and allyship. These groups have roots in the desire to advocate for employees and give them a space at work to be their best authentic selves. In the past few…
Remembering Rep. John Lewis: A Civil Rights Icon
Rep. John Lewis, a civil rights icon and activist, died July 17 at age 80. As a congressman, Lewis was known for his strong dedication to uphold morality above politics. The son of sharecroppers, Lewis gained prominence as a civil rights leader who fought Jim Crow laws, racial inequality, and…
Abbott’s Internship Program Goes Remote but Remains Engaging During COVID-19
This spring, companies in almost all industries were forced to rescind internship offers and cancel programs due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But early on, health technology company Abbott (No. 8 on the 2020 DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for Diversity list) decided that its high school and college internship programs were…
Hilton’s Laura Fuentes Discusses Importance of Empathy in Allyship
Laura Fuentes, chief talent officer at Hilton (No. 2 on the 2020 DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for Diversity list) said empathy is central to being an ally to those facing racial injustice. Fuentes is from Spain and spent much of her life living and traveling around the world, first with…
#BoycottGoya Movement Gaining Steam After CEO Praised Trump
Goya Foods, a brand that produces nonperishable goods and seasonings, is facing backlash via a widespread social media campaign urging people to boycott its products. The movement for the boycott comes after its CEO, Robert Unanue, praised President Donald Trump while visiting the White House, according to reports. The hashtag…
AbbVie’s Julie Osborne Discusses the Importance of Listening and Learning as a White Ally to the Black Community
For Julie Osborne, vice president of equality, diversity, and inclusion at AbbVie (No. 19 on the 2020 DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for Diversity) being a white ally to the Black community and other groups facing racial injustice begins with listening and learning. Back in 2018, she led a number of…
Research Roundup: Accenture Study Finds While LGBTQ+ Employees Advance, Invisible Fears Remain
LGBTQ+ professionals are now just as likely as non-LGBTQ+ individuals to reach managerial levels at their jobs, be satisfied with their progression and aspire to senior leadership roles. By many basic measures, LGBTQ+ employees are living in a more inclusive world where it is easier for them to succeed professionally….
Understanding White Privilege and Being an Ally to the Black Community
Last week, DiversityInc CEO Carolynn Johnson spoke with Shannon Schuyler, principal, chief purpose and inclusion officer at PwC (DiversityInc 2020 Top 50 Hall of Fame), on actions white people can take to be allies to the Black community. They also covered topics related to understanding white privilege and taking allyship…
CBS Plans to Increase Diversity of Writers, Staffers for 2021 and Beyond
CBS announced a goal to have 25% of its script development budget go to projects from writers and producers who are Black, Indigenous and nonwhite for the 2021/2022 development season, according to a news release. CBS shows also must have a minimum of 40% overall diverse employee representation for the…