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 ]
How to Update Your Consumer Archetypes for Gender Inclusion
Brands need to focus on gender diversity to effectively connect with consumers, especially younger generations questioning traditional binary norms. [ more ]
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Experts divided over implications of prayer ban ruling at London school
The ruling on a prayer ban at a London school may lead to more schools banning organized prayers, sparking debates on religious freedom and inclusivity. [ more ]
Ozan Ozerk speaks on the role of AI in fintech at Qatar Web Summit
AI applications in fintech include customer onboarding, compliance, and risk tasks, enhancing scalability and reducing errors.
AI can assist in directing individuals to suitable financial products and trading decisions, although concerns exist about inclusivity in accessing AI benefits. [ more ]
Bi Pride UK announces details for 'largest bi+ event in the world'
Bi Pride UK hosts the largest bi+ event in the world, striving for inclusivity and visibility while combatting erasure and stigma in the community. [ more ]
'Ban the hijab' banner outside school was pupil's art project
The school apologizes for a 'Ban the hijab' banner put up by a student for a conceptual art project, emphasizing their inclusive values and investigating the incident. [ more ]
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'A lot of Muslim kids are extremely happy': Miami-Dade Schools observe new holiday, Eid
Muslim students in Miami-Dade can now celebrate Eid-al-Fitr by staying home from school, marking a significant change for inclusivity in the school calendar.
Eid-al-Fitr is a big holiday for Muslims, involving gathering with family, enjoying meals, and exchanging presents after a month of fasting during Ramadan. [ more ]
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Reframing The Legal Landscape: A Petition For Inclusivity And Linguistic Transformation
The initiative to stop using the term 'nonlawyer' in the legal profession promotes inclusivity and challenges traditional professional language. [ more ]
London Marathon 2024: Record number of runners to take part in 26.2-mile showpiece event
Record number of participants for the London Marathon, with increased inclusivity and equal prize money for wheelchair and non-disabled athletes. [ more ]
"The key is irregularity": This Arabic font is made to accommodate dyslexic readers
Consistency in fonts does not help readability for dyslexic individuals.
Irregularities in font design, such as varying inner spaces and larger nuqtas and tashkeels, can enhance readability for dyslexic individuals. [ more ]
Empowering LGBTQ+ Business Growth: The Power of NGLCC Certification - San Francisco Bay Times
The NGLCC certification program connects LGBTQ+-owned businesses with a network of over 160 corporate partners, providing access to exclusive contracts and procurement opportunities. [ more ]
A celebration of the immigrant, the foreigner, the queer and the Indigenous': Historically excluded take over at the Venice Biennial
The 60th edition of the Venice Biennial led by Adriano Pedrosa celebrates historically excluded artists from the global south, immigrants, queers, and Indigenous people. [ more ]
Iconic children's show Bluey makes history with show's first LGBTQ+ characters
The animated preschool show Bluey features LGBTQ+ characters and topics, with the introduction of a same-sex couple in a recent special episode. [ more ]
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Basta Now : an interview with Fanny Chiarello & Valentina Magaletti - The Wire
Permanent Draft is a new micro press and label founded by Fanny Chiarello and Valentina Magaletti, focusing on women, trans, and non-binary artists in experimental music.
Chiarello and Magaletti aim to create a space to showcase underrepresented artists and challenge gender disparities in the music industry. [ more ]
Long-awaited report on future control of NYC schools released - and it just calls for more studying
The long-awaited report on New York City schools did not make official recommendations but suggested the need for a commission to consider changes.
Concerns were raised about the lack of continuity in policies, programs, decision-making, and inclusion in the city school system under mayoral control. [ more ]
Seattle Opera's 'X: The Life And Times Of Malcolm X' Receives Rave Reviews For Groundbreaking Representation And Powerful Performance
The opera 'X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X' premiered in Seattle at the McCaw Hall, part of Seattle Opera's efforts to bring more inclusive content to Black audiences.
The opera incorporates various musical genres like jazz and Afrobeat to portray Malcolm X's life, touching on his traumatic childhood and criminal activities. [ more ]
Beyonce says she made new album after feeling rejected by the country music industry
Beyonce challenges herself by venturing into country music with her album Cowboy Carter, inspired by her Texan roots.
Beyonce aims to break barriers and promote inclusivity in music, expressing hope for a future where an artist's race is irrelevant in defining genres. [ more ]
School sacks supply teacher for wearing 'Free Palestine' badge
A supply teacher was terminated for wearing a 'Free Palestine' badge at West Hatch High School, causing discomfort among students and staff.
The school emphasized the importance of maintaining an inclusive and neutral learning environment by refraining from promoting political agendas in the classroom. [ more ]
Sonoma County high schools team up to host Best Buddies prom for students with special needs
Special education students in Sonoma County will have the opportunity to participate in a countywide Best Buddies prom, promoting inclusivity and providing a typical teenage experience.
The Best Buddies club leaders from different schools in Sonoma County are collaborating to organize the prom, showcasing teamwork and community engagement. [ more ]