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Are implicit and explicit bias the same?

We’ve all heard the terms implicit, unconscious, and explicit bias before, but many of us wonder what the differences are. These terms are often interchangeable when people discuss them, so understanding what they mean is important. In this post, I will be a friendly...

Freedom, Not Finished

Every year on June 19, communities across the country come together to observe Juneteenth through parades, live music festivals, block parties, and other joyful events. However, many people may not fully understand its significance or why it is recognized as a federal...

From Get Out to Candyman: What Horror Movies Teach Us About Systemic Racism

Horror movies and ghost stories are often dismissed as entertainment, yet they provide a platform for narratives that are often overlooked in society. One such narrative is racism, a complex topic that can be difficult to discuss openly with those outside a person's...
Why Is Black Hair Still a Battleground?

Why Is Black Hair Still a Battleground?

Picture this: Imagine sitting in a chair for 7 hours, enduring pain, to create a hairstyle that will bring you comfort, dignity, and ease. You then go to your place of work and are told your hair is inappropriate and that you need to go home and change it because it’s...

6 Steps to Conflict Resolution

6 Steps to Conflict Resolution

In nearly every workplace, classroom, or personal relationship, conflict is inevitable. It can emerge from a simple miscommunication or a deeply rooted difference in values. While conflict is not inherently harmful, how we respond to it determines whether it becomes a...

Judicial Backlash: An Erosion of 2SLGBTQIA+ Protections

Judicial Backlash: An Erosion of 2SLGBTQIA+ Protections

June 2025 marks the tenth anniversary of the landmark decision Obergefell v. Hodges, legalizing same-sex marriage throughout the country. This ruling changed the lives of millions within the United States, recognizing gender and sexually diverse individuals and...

Diversity vs. Equity vs. Inclusion – What’s the Difference?

Diversity vs. Equity vs. Inclusion – What’s the Difference?

 Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion: What’s the Real Difference? ???? What Are Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion? Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are often used interchangeably, but they each have distinct meanings.  Understanding these concepts is key to...

A Different Type of Earth Day

A Different Type of Earth Day

April is typically a month of rejoicing, a month of bright days mixed with spring showers. Flowers begin to bloom, and it feels as though the world is taking a step away from the coldness of the winter season. This transformative month also contains a celebration...

DEI Myths: Busted!

DEI Myths: Busted!

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has been under fire lately, with critics spreading misconceptions. Let’s debunk the most common myths and set the record straight. ????   ❌ Myth 1: DEI hires unqualified candidates of color. Fact: DEI isn’t about lowering...

Famous Employment Discrimination Cases That Changed the Workplace

Famous Employment Discrimination Cases That Changed the Workplace

What’s the Impact of Employment Discrimination Cases? Landmark discrimination cases have shaped workplace laws and policies, ensuring more equitable treatment for employees across race, gender, disability, and age. Let’s look at some important ones… Case 1: Griggs v....