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As part of our ongoing efforts to support DEI initiatives across Corporate America, ELC President & CEO Michael Hyter will speak at the 2024 National Urban League Conference on today's panel, "DEI: IS IT THE FUTURE?" moderated by Ed Gordon. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/edvNhc8X The backlash has been fierce. Just a few short years after national outrage over the murder of George Floyd prompted corporate America to reevaluate its commitment to DEI and pledge change, a political “war on woke” is pushing employers to abandon the policy of inclusion. The chill is also being felt in college admissions offices. Is DEI on the way out, or has its demise been greatly exaggerated? Today's session offers a clear look at today’s DEI landscape and strategies for maintaining institutional focus on equity and opportunity for all. Speakers Kristy Williams Fercho, Senior EVP-Diverse Segments, Representation, and Inclusion (DSRI), Wells Fargo Damon Todd Hewitt, President and Executive Director, Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law Henry Beecher Hicks III, President and CEO, National Black MBA Association Jennifer Hunter, SVP Corporate Citizenship and Chief Sustainability Officer, Altria Steve Washington, Station Manager, Delta Air Lines, Inc., New Orleans, LA (MSY) Dr. Homer L. Wilkes, Under Secretary Natural Resources and Environment, USDA #DEIAtStake #NUL #BlackExecutives #CorporateAmerica Read our latest report, which identifies the best ways to improve DEI across Corporate America: https://lnkd.in/eMGRzqVB

I am always honored when asked to participate and or speak in DC. I am very patriotic and love been a citizen of the United States and take my citizenship as a responsibility and as a privilege. I always feel unworthy and a little bit of the imposter syndrome. I just keep saying to myself, I may not be the best person but I keep showing up and thats galf the battle. I show up so my ethnic community has visibility, has a voice and has some advocacy in DC. I invite Pacific Islanders to join me in DC, we need more people involved. May 13 I will be on a panel that will address that the Biden-Harris Administration is redoubling its efforts to support Black, Latino, Asian American, Pacific Islander, Native Hawaiian, Native American, women, and veteran small business owners. From international matchmaking and business counseling, to direct funding for communities across the United States -- there is exciting work underway to help support new and existing AA & NH/PI entrepreneurs. For instance, in Fiscal Year 2023, the U.S. Small Business Administration delivered $52.4 billion in capital, disaster relief, and bonding to small businesses and disaster-impacted communities across America, with expanded funding for minority- and women-owned businesses. Over the past year, the U.S. Department of Commerce has expanded offices and staffing in the Indo-Pacific, which has already helped U.S. AA & NH/PI companies expand sales and build commercial partnerships. Three million businesses are owned by AA & NH/PIs employing five million people with annual revenues of more than $1 trillion. This panel will explore opportunities and challenges for AA & NH/PI small businesses, despite record levels of funding, support, and services. It was moved to Walter E. Washington Convention Center because VP Kamala Harris will be attending.

Community! The last session of our 2023-2024 VISION | POWER | SOLUTIONS (VPS) series is happening Thursday, August 22, and is open for registration! VPS is designed to build capacity for community-driven planning among facilitators, organizers, leaders, and educators who are accountable to Black, Brown, Indigenous, and Asian/Pacific Islander (API) communities. The fourth and final session, Cultivating Community Governance: The Power of Planning for the Collective Good, will explore the vision behind community-driven planning to re-member and re-activate our capacity as communities to build the world and to collectively govern what we need to live and thrive. The practices of community-driven planning are the building blocks to community governance: Shared vision, consensus-building, priority-setting, deep participation, and making decisions for the common good. This session will explore questions about what we can learn from communities that have been able to do this and what some of the different models of community governance in practice are within our network. We encourage you to register for this final installment and join us and Facilitating Power for what is sure to be a great event! You will not want to miss it! https://ow.ly/wq5o50SKueP

FBEC Membership Update - May 2024 Here’s a snapshot of recent developments: ?? Next FBEC General Meeting: May 23, 2024. Register now to join! https://lnkd.in/ghDGmnSC ?? Action Plan for Black Federal Public Servants: - In January 2023, work on the Action Plan halted, affecting FBEC's leadership. - On January 21, 2024, Minister Anand announced the restart of the Action Plan, pledging collaboration with FBEC. - FBEC is engaged in discussions toward reconciliation and improving outcomes for Black employees. ?? FBEC Senior Leaders Council: - Established in the past year, this council offers strategic support from retired executives, activists, and bargaining agent leaders. ?? ?? FBEC 2024-27 Strategic Plan: - Priorities include Stakeholder Engagement, Policy Research, and Workplace Culture. - Consultations underway to shape FBEC's renewed vision. ?? United Nations Presentation: - Ronald Sharpe presented at the UN Permanent Forum on People of African Descent in April 2024, highlighting Canadian efforts to combat racism in the Federal Public Service. Moving Forward: - FBEC recognizes ongoing challenges for Black employees, emphasizing the need for ambitious solutions. - Renewed leadership, engagement with partners, and alignment with the UN Decade for People of African Descent are central to FBEC's goals. Join us on May 23, 2024, for further discussion! Let's work together toward a more inclusive and equitable public service. #FBECUpdate #DiversityandInclusion #FBEC_CEFN #BlackEquity #BlackExcellence

June is Pride month, a time to observe, remember and celebrate with the community. It is also a great time to consider the certifications your business has. Not sure who is eligible or how to get certified, we got you. Check out this blog article Susan Dawson wrote or call to learn more today! https://lnkd.in/g2BSpYfc

Tomorrow, we honor Juneteenth, a celebration of resilience and freedom. Diversity and equity are critical components of SlateRx’s healthcare service offerings, not just today, but every day. As such, we seek to provide balanced representation and opportunities, and a sense of belonging for all our members and employees. Together, we bring these important values to life and continue to build a brighter, more inclusive future. As we recognize this national holiday, let's take time to reflect on the importance of equality and justice for all. Learn more about Juneteenth and its history here: https://lnkd.in/gqvPZFF

Read more on the wonderful work Ghida Dagher does at New American Leaders!

Navigating Forward: Leading the Way on DEI, Luncheon is only 6 days away! In collaboration with Bobby McDonald and the BLACK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF ORANGE COUNTY we are excited for you to join the conversation on how we can all Navigate Forward with DEI! Have you registered yet?? https://lnkd.in/gA6nBYNw #NavigatingForward

An organization, Girls First Finance (GFF), that I am passionate about and have done some work for needs our votes! I’ll explain what for below, but between now and December 21 you can vote by “Celebrating” them via the link attached to this post. This voting platform does require you to verify your vote via email to protect against voting fraud, and you may need to unsubscribe later if they add you to an email list. GFF supports young women directly all over the world to ensure they can access safe, affordable funding for their tuition, living expenses, or enterprise ideas. Millions of girls in all countries are exploited by bad actors in exchange for tuition fees, passing courses, and jobs. GFF’s mission combats this horrific exploitation and lifts girls up. Now, regarding what you’re voting for, GFF’s CEO Andrea Pizziconi authored an explosive report called ‘Connecting the Dots’. This report was recently recognized by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS) as a finalist for the Anthem Award under the category of Responsible Technology for Awareness and Media. IADAS’s mission is to recognize and acknowledge excellence on the Internet across emerging technologies. The Anthem Award has become the most prestigious social impact award in the world. Please vote by clicking the link attached to this post and then click “Celebrate” on GFF’s tile. #supportgirls #ngo #international #goodcause #responsibletechnology

BSR offices in the U.S. will be closed today in observance of Juneteenth, a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in America, as Union soldiers marched on Galveston, Texas in 1865. 159 years later, we acknowledge the continued impact of racialized systemic oppression on Black communities throughout the United States and beyond. Whether your company chooses to recognize or observe this holiday, there is an opportunity to approach its commemoration in a way that advances DEI and social justice efforts within your organization. For BSR members, several resources developed by our Equity, Inclusion & Justice (EIJ) team are available in the member portal to help you get started, such as: Allies+: Ally, Advocate, and Accomplice: https://lnkd.in/gZnn_95H; and Inclusive Leadership: https://lnkd.in/gXmT9wrm. For all viewers, we're also pleased to share The Social Justice Guide for Business: Moving Beyond Crisis to Action, developed by BSR's Center for Business and Social Justice: https://lnkd.in/d-ZyUKtZ. We welcome you to engage with these resources and/or reach out to our team, ready to partner with you to further your DEI ambitions and programming. Email us at [email protected]. We stand resolute that to achieve sustainability, we must promote equity and justice. #happyjuneteenth, #DEI, #sustainablebusiness