14 states have passed laws barring discrimination and, with passage in U.S. House, the CROWN Act advances one step closer to becoming federal law.
The Workplace — Featured Episode
Untangling hair discrimination
Norms for hairstyles are evolving. Coifs once banned in the workplace, or frowned upon by mainstream society, are more visible than ever.
In this episode — 4 stories
Among women, hairstyles are intertwined with appearance and identity. For Black women, this is particularly true. In this portrait series, several Black women describe how their styles affect their experiences in the workplace.
California barbershop’s niche: Catering to clients who seek gender-affirming hairstyles.
After spending 16 years shunning her natural hair, Andradia Scovil now embraces it.
The Workplace — Featured Episode
Are empathy skills the key to DEI?
Empathy skills in the workplace are connected to huge benefits for both employees and employers. Empathy skills develop when you practice learning about other people’s life experiences.
In this episode — 3 stories
Ineffective diversity, equity and inclusion was cited as a key contributor to so-called ‘Toxic Culture’, acknowledged by researchers as the biggest driver behind the massive quit rates that drove The Great Resignation. Though they are part of the DEI solution, women and diverse workers were most affected by poor workplace culture. In this video, we’ll hear what research says about DEI, why this matters to you and how empathy can unlock a better result in the workplace.
Dr. Ofole Mgbako, an internal medicine doctor and infectious disease specialist reflects on his personal and professional experiences with racial bias.
Organizations experience exponential success by creating cultures where diversity and empathy thrive.
The Workplace — Featured Episode
Accessibility for all
When the pandemic put the brakes on many in-person activities, such as grocery shopping and flying, online services grew to fill the void, creating new norms of accessibility long hoped-for and fought for by people with disabilities and their advocates.
In this episode — 3 stories
If the pandemic has an upside, it is the expansion of services and online connectivity, from grocery delivery to closed captioning during meetings. Technology has ushered in welcome solutions to everyday challenges.
Companies like Aira Tech Corp are radically changing the game for people with blindness or low vision in the midst of the pandemic. Jenine Stanley, director of customer communication, explains why generating a more inclusive environment in the industry is crucial for people with disabilities.
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed all of our lives. For people on the autism spectrum, change can be hard. Technology is helping people adapt and find new ways to connect.