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Montel Williams Speaks Out for Death with Dignity in New Issue of Compassion & Choices Magazine

May 15, 2013 / Business World Index, DiverseCity, National, UF Newswire

TV Host Calls End-of-Life Choice for Terminally Ill “Personal Decision” Emmy Award-winning television host Montel Williams advocates for end-of-life choice, including aid in dying, in the spring issue of Compassion & Choices Magazine. Williams, who revealed in 1999 that he has multiple sclerosis (MS) and is an active healthcare advocate, expressed support for the right of terminally ill people with unbearable suffering to control the time and manner of their death. Appearing on the cover and in the magazine’s “Voice [...]

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National Museum of Women in the Arts Presents Faith Ringgold’s Paintings of the 1960s

May 15, 2013 / African American, Business World Index, DiverseCity, National

The National Museum of Women in the Arts in Washington, DC is pleased to announce summer exhibitions and programming related to the special exhibitions of Bice Lazzari : Signature Line, American People, Black Light: Faith Ringgold’s Paintings of the 1960s and Awake in the Dream World: The Art of Audrey Niffenegger. Faith Ringgold is best known as the originator of the African American story quilt revival that began in the 1970s,. Her exhibit, Black Light: Faith Ringgold’s Paintings of the [...]

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Harlem World reports: Prince Harry joins Harlem kids for baseball

May 15, 2013 / Business World Index, DiverseCity, National, Spotlight

It is not every day that a prince shows up to play a little baseball in Harlem, but that’s exactly what happened Tuesday afternoon as Britain’s Prince Harry continued his visit in the United States by playing baseball with kids there. Jolita Brettler, 9, was definitely thrilled to be one of the lucky kids who played baseball this afternoon with his Royal Highness in Harlem.Harry spent part of the afternoon at Harlem RBI’s Field of Dreams. He came here to [...]

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ESSENCE – Chirlane McCray In Its June Issue

May 15, 2013 / DiverseCity, National, Politics

ESSENCE’s June issue features an exclusive interview with Chirlane McCray, wife of New York City Democratic mayoral candidate Bill de Blasio . In the piece, “The Politician’s Wife ,” the woman who could be the first lady of New York City talks about outing herself in ESSENCE in the 1970′s — and how she ended up falling in love with a man. In the ESSENCE article, writer Linda Villarosa recounts how McCray wrote a groundbreaking essay in a 1979 issue [...]

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Global diversity and inclusion tipping point – New report by The Winters Group highlights nine diversity and inclusion trends that will redefine the future

April 21, 2013 / Business World Index, DiverseCity, National

The Winters Group, a 29 year old global diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Washington, D.C., and Charlotte, NC, has just released a report called “The Global D&I Tipping Point: Nine Key Trends in Diversity and Inclusion” to share research data, facts and trends on diversity and inclusion with corporations, organizations and individuals who are trying to define the world we live in today and understand its potential for the future. 2012 was a tipping point for many diversity [...]

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Center for Hispanic Leadership Launches National Search for Hispanic Professionals to Lead CHL Local Market Chapters

April 21, 2013 / Business World Index, DiverseCity, National

As the Hispanic workforce, consumer purchasing power, and small business owners in the United States continue to exponentially rise, the community at large is in need of authentic Hispanic leaders who can lead the new America. As the only Hispanic talent and business development institute of its kind in the nation, the Center for Hispanic Leadership, is equipped to fully meet this need by providing culturally-relevant training and thus cultivating executive-level Hispanic professionals. With local area market institute chapters now [...]

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The 2013 Corporate Diversity & Inclusion Conference

April 21, 2013 / Business World Index, DiverseCity, National

Global Inclusive Leadership: The Way Forward To Global Transformation June 25 – 26, 2013 New York Marriott Downtown, NY The Annual Conference Board Diversity & Inclusion Conference is returning to New York City this year. You won’t want to miss this unique event focused on Global Inclusive Leadership: The Way Forward to Global Transformation. Those who attend will Identify integrative measures for accountability at all levels linked to business outcomes Strategize and link their work to talent management, learning & [...]

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Diversity and Inclusion, a catalyst for innovation and performance

April 21, 2013 / Business World Index, DiverseCity, National

Sodexo hosted its 10th annual Diversity Business Leadership Summit (DBLS) at Northwestern University, bringing together area business leaders, Sodexo employees, clients and guests for a day-long conference dedicated to gaining new perspectives and greater understanding of the strategic business value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Research indicates that more diverse organizations are enjoying measurable bottom-line contributions as a result of inclusiveness. A recent study commissioned by CalPERS, for example, found that companies with diverse boards exceeded Dow Jones [...]

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The Lost Daughter: A Memoir by Mary Williams (Jane Fonda’s adopted daughter) releases book

April 15, 2013 / DiverseCity, National, Spotlight

Mary Williams recently released her book, “The Lost Daughter: A Memoir” to share her life story which includes her relationship with adopted mom Jane Fonda. As she grew up in 1970s Oakland, California, role models for Mary Williams were few and far between: her father was often in prison, her older sister was a teenage prostitute, and her hot-tempered mother struggled to raise six children alone. When Mary was thirteen, a silver lining appeared in her life: she was invited [...]

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