Lincoln Center's Summer Festival to Focus on Civic Bonds
Summer for the City festival at Lincoln Center focuses on community, civic engagement, and diversity, featuring participatory events and promoting broader genres to appeal to a younger audience. [ more ]
Chancellor David Banks: We can't look away from antisemitism in our schools
Chancellor David Banks emphasizes the importance of addressing antisemitism in New York City public schools and the need for leaders to confront hate and intolerance. [ more ]
Latino students are the most segregated they've been since 1968
Despite increased diversity, U.S. public schools are growing more racially segregated, with Latino students facing particularly high levels of segregation. [ more ]
Review of 'You Me' at Schinkel Pavillon | Berlin Art Link
The exhibition 'You Me' at Schinkel Pavillon explores the influence of art history on contemporary artists through the rendition of Marcel Duchamp's painting 'Nu Descendant un Escalier'. [ more ]
Where's the best place to raise a small child: NYC, or literally anywhere else?
The author reflects on raising a child outside of their New York City cultural upbringing and the challenges of adapting to different environments. [ more ]
EEOC Allows Unexpected Discrimination Lawsuit Against King & Spalding
Blum + Co. lawsuits prompted firms to amend diversity scholarships to avoid Section 1981 lawsuits. A new lawsuit against King & Spalding raises questions about diversity retaliation. [ more ]
ChatGPT overwhelmingly depicts financiers, CEOs as men - and women as secretaries: study
Artificial intelligence image creators, like ChatGPT's DALL-E, show gender bias by predominantly depicting men as businesspeople and CEOs over women, highlighting the importance of diversity and monitoring in AI development. [ more ]
More public colleges admit high schoolers even before they've applied
Public universities are adopting direct admission programs to automatically admit high school students based on academic criteria, aiming to increase diversity and ease the college application process. [ more ]
Racist's Reckoning: Montalvo and ICA Confront the Past
The Montalvo Arts Center celebrates its 20th anniversary by offering LEED-certified art studios amidst the redwoods, supporting diverse artists while confronting the racist history of its founder. [ more ]
Karine Jean-Pierre on being a Black lesbian working for the White House: 'It matters' (exclusive)
Karine Jean-Pierre, as a trailblazer at the White House, emphasizes the importance of her diverse representation and the weight of her responsibilities. [ more ]
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Four Must-See Exhibitions at This Year's Venice Biennale
The Venice Biennale showcases a diverse range of artists from various backgrounds and cultures, with this year's theme focusing on foreigners, immigrants, expatriates, diasporans, exiles, or refugees. [ more ]
MSNBC's Joy Reid Declares DEI' Prosecutors Targeting Trump and She Loves It: Wonderfully Poetic'
Celebrating diversity in prosecution of Trump by Black officials like Alvin Bragg and Fani Willis; highlighting poetic justice and accountability in a multicultural democracy. [ more ]
Nicola Coughlan calls for a queer Bridgerton love story
Bridgerton Season 3 is set to introduce a queer love story, addressing fans' disappointment over the lack of LGBTQ+ representation in the previous seasons. [ more ]
Asian American voting power is breaking through in southern Brooklyn
The rise of Asian American politicians in New York, particularly in Queens and southern Brooklyn, signals a significant shift in political representation and power. [ more ]
Jackie Robinson Day, the Chicago White Sox are really bad, Scott Boras loses a client
Jackie Robinson Day is a significant event in Major League Baseball, highlighting the importance of honoring the trailblazer's legacy and promoting diversity in the sport. [ more ]
I was grieving on a very biological level': how three women got through menopause
Women's menopause experiences vary in treatment, attitudes, and challenges, particularly for women of color who may face additional barriers and expectations. [ more ]
Q&A: HBO Max's new 'Girls on the Bus' set out to show a cool, fun side of journalism - Poynter
Journalists pursue idealistic ambitions for doing good work rather than glamorous perks.
The Girls on the Bus portrays a diverse group of female journalists on the campaign trail, highlighting their different roles and relationships. [ more ]
Alamo Square neighbors rally to support Black dog walker after racist packages
Community support against racism is crucial for marginalized individuals like Terry Williams who faced multiple racist incidents.
Racism is still prevalent and impactful even in diverse areas like Alamo Square, sparking crucial discussions on race and community solidarity. [ more ]
Steelers QB Russell Wilson opened up doors for Black signal-callers
The NFL has seen significant progress for Black quarterbacks, with a record 14 starting in 2023, led by pioneers like Russell Wilson.
Russell Wilson believes his success has opened doors for future generations of Black quarterbacks and praises the growing diversity in the league. [ more ]
Londoners see what a scientist looks like up close in 50 photographs
Featuring over 200 scientists, Nature's Where I Work photo-essay section showcases diversity in science, now exhibiting 50 select photos in a public outdoor display in London. [ more ]
Saigon Sandwich, Dalida Among the New Additions to the Food Lineup at Outside Lands 2024
Outside Lands festival offers a diverse and unique culinary experience, showcasing local and diverse businesses, encouraging exploration of novel tastes and cuisines. [ more ]
London Mayoral Election 2024 has concluded with a list of diverse candidates including incumbent Sadiq Khan and a variety of party representatives. [ more ]
London Mayoral Election: Who is Amy Gallagher, candidate for Social Democrat Party?
Amy Gallagher, the Social Democrat Party candidate for London mayor, advocates for a colorblind policy and vows to stop woke and diversity programs. [ more ]
I always thought immigrant Germans would vote against the far right. I was wrong
Immigrant Germans are considering voting for the far-right Alternative fur Deutschland (AfD) in Germany, a concerning trend for many observers. [ more ]
UCLA declares unlawful assembly, poised to clear pro-Palestinian camp
Authorities considered shutting down a pro-Palestinian camp at UCLA following a violent attack, amid divisions on managing protests between different universities. [ more ]
Brewbound Podcast On Location CBC Conversations with Breeze Galindo and Pam Brulotte
The Michael J Jackson Foundation supports BIPOC professionals in the alcohol industry. Brewery planning updates were discussed at the Craft Brewers Conference interviews. [ more ]
Critics label protests as antisemitic, while universities struggle to balance free speech and avoiding disruptions. Some diverse groups participate in demonstrations. [ more ]
Barnard Ends Suspensions for Most Student Protesters Who Were Arrested
Barnard College allows most suspended students involved in the pro-Palestinian protest to return, emphasizing commitment to diversity and inclusion. [ more ]
Open Call for Submissions to Interfilm & KUKI | Berlin Art Link
Interfilm and KUKI Young Short Film Festival in Berlin seek submissions for narrative-focused short films with fresh ideas, prioritizing underrepresented filmmakers. [ more ]
Duke University has replaced the Reginaldo Howard Scholars program with a noncompetitive Reginaldo Howard Leadership Program, ensuring current scholars keep their funding. [ more ]