Diversity Best Practices' News section features reporting and analysis on the latest trends in workplace diversity and diversity in society overall. Updated on a regular basis, this area houses the information about the field of workforce diversity and Diversity Best Practices organization and member news diversity practitioners need to stay up-to-date and effect change.
February 25, 2013
BALTIMORE, -- Verizon today hosted a statewide Black History Month celebration and open house with government and community leaders at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture. The event was free and open to the public.
During the open house, guests explored the museum, recognized community innovators, and enjoyed a day full of educational...
February 21, 2013
ROCKVILLE, Md. -- Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT] donated $10,000 to The Maryland Center at Bowie State University to advance participation and performance of students in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM).
The donation will assist Bowie State University in continuing its focus on the development of comprehensive educational programs...
February 13, 2013
LAS VEGAS, -- A leading showcase for the most powerful corporate social responsibility and green initiatives has named MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) a winner for its annual awards program in the category of Overall Leader in CSR Practices – more than 10,000 employees. "It is truly an honor to receive the PR News CSR Award and be recognized among so many other great leaders...
February 12, 2013
FORT WORTH, Texas, -- American Airlines, a global company connecting people from many different cultures and communities, is celebrating Black History Month by honoring "Our Past, Celebrating Today and Preserving our Future."
"Our strategic relationships with diverse partners enhance our world-class customer experience and demonstrates who we are as an airline – not just for the month...
February 12, 2013
SAN FRANCISCO, -- Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) today announced it will be participating in two San Francisco Lunar New Year festivals, where it will provide Bay Area Chinese-American communities with information on the utility's financial assistance, energy efficiency and scholarship programs. In addition, the utility today launched its weekly Twitter post in Chinese...
February 11, 2013
On any given Saturday morning, I can be found working with an enrichment program for kids of color who attend private schools in New York City. Aside from strengthening their public speaking, writing and leadership skills, On Track—a program facilitated by the Independent School Diversity Network (ISDN)--gives students who find themselves as a literal minority in their predominantly White...
February 8, 2013
HARTFORD, Conn.--The Tour for Diversity in Medicine, a volunteer program started by two young doctors, will launch its third bus tour the week of February 11, this time traveling to six Texas universities to help minority students pursue careers in medicine and dentistry. Thanks to a grant from the Aetna Foundation, 15 doctors, dentists and medical school students from across the country will...
February 7, 2013
CHICAGO, -- In recognition of Black History Month, Fifth Third Bank Chicago will honor several well-known Chicagoans for their positive and meaningful contributions to the community:
Pastor Corey B. Brooks
Johnson Publishing Company / The Johnson Family
Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White
The honorees will be feted at a special event on February 27 at the...
