Celebrating American Heart Month with Inclusivity and Awareness 🎉❤️

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  Celebrating American Heart Month with Inclusivity and Awareness 🎉❤️   February, American Heart Month, is a pivotal time to raise awareness about heart health and encourage healthier lifestyles. It’s also a golden opportunity to foster inclusivity in the workplace by recognizing the diverse experiences related to heart health. 🎯 Purpose of American Heart Month This […]

Black History Month: A Vital Observance in Today’s World 🌍

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  Understanding Black History Month   What is it? Black History Month, observed annually, is a dedicated time to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of Black individuals to history, culture, and society. It originated as “Negro History Week” and later expanded to a full month. 📆   What is the intention? This month aims to educate […]

As A Black Woman, Can I Ever Relax?

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  In the Wake of Advocacy, A Stark Reality After creating, sponsoring and hosting our two-day FREE virtual conference, Inclusive by Design advocating for inclusivity, my visit to a nail salon starkly contrasted my professional endeavors. It revealed the persistent biases and microaggressions I, as a Black woman, face even in mundane situations. This ironic […]

What is Martin Luther King Day?

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  Martin Luther King Day is a federal holiday observed on the third Monday of January each year in the United States. It commemorates the life and achievements of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a prominent civil rights leader who advocated for racial equality and social justice during the American Civil Rights Movement. Intention: The […]

What is Orthodox New Year?

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  Orthodox New Year, also known as Julian New Year, is celebrated on January 14th of each year. Unlike the more widely recognized Gregorian New Year celebrated on January 1st, the Orthodox New Year follows the Julian calendar. It is predominantly observed by Eastern Orthodox Christians and some other Eastern Christian denominations. The intention behind […]

What is World Religion Day?

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  World Religion Day is an annual observance celebrated on the third Sunday of January. Initiated by the Bahá’í Faith community in 1950, this day serves as a platform for people of various faiths to come together, learn about one another’s beliefs, and foster mutual respect and understanding. The Intention Behind World Religion Day Beyond […]

Voice of Diversity: Jackye Clayton

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  Jackye Clayton is this week’s Voice of Diversity. Her expertise spans several areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), with a particular emphasis on Cultural Competence, DEI Basics and Principles, and Inclusive Leadership. Spotlight on an Influencer: Jackye Clayton’s Journey in DEI Jackye Clayton is recognized as a dynamic and inspirational speaker in the […]

National Homeless Persons’ Remembrance Day

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  National Homeless Persons’ Remembrance Day: Understanding, Respecting, and Supporting National Homeless Persons’ Remembrance Day, observed annually on the shortest day of the year, December 21st, holds a deep and poignant significance. This day is dedicated to remembering those who have lost their lives while experiencing homelessness. It’s a moment to reflect on the harsh […]

Arabic Language Day

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  Arabic Language Day: A Celebration of Linguistic and Cultural Diversity Arabic Language Day, observed annually on December 18th, is a cultural landmark representing the richness and diversity of the Arabic language. This day, recognized by UNESCO, celebrates one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, integral to millions of people across different […]