January, 2023 - Greater Diversity News

W. Franklyn Richardson Will Deliver Keynote Address at the United Black Clergy of Westchester’s Annual MLKCelebration

Activist and religious and civil rights leader Dr. W. Franklyn Richardson releases Witness to Grace: A Testimony of Favor, a poignant memoir, which gives readers a glimpse into the historic struggle of Black people in America. Senior Pastor of

Entire Graduating Class at All-Boys High School in New Orleans Accepted into College

Nationwide — The entire graduating class at St. Augustine High School in New Orleans, Louisiana, is celebrating the fact that all of them have been accepted to college. What’s more, they earned a combined $9.2 million in scholarship awards. St.

New Educational Model: ‘Why Sammy Still Can’t Read: A Service Delivery Model for Creating a Culture of Reading’

By Leroy McClure to his brother, Sam
Reading is a fundamental element of learning, but not everybody has that skill. Two authors with experience in education want to change that and have released a new book to help make that happen. The book was inspired by personal experience.

How the Distortion of Martin Luther King Jr.‘S Words Enables More, Not Less, Racial Division Within American Society

U.S. Rep. Chip Roy of Texas is just the latest conservative lawmaker to misuse the words of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. to judge a person on character and not race. In the protracted battle to elect Rep. Kevin

Black Dad Whose Daughter Died Unexpectedly Two Years Ago Pens Emotional Book About Grief

Nationwide — During his childhood, author Lehman Riley was fascinated by his grandfather Papa Lemon. Unfortunately, Papa Lemon passed away in 1973 when Lehman was 10 years old. Lehman’s love and admiration for Papa Lemon inspired him to write The

What the FDA’s Accelerated Approval of a New Alzheimer’s Drug Could Mean for Those With the Disease

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the medication lecanemab, sold under the brand name Leqembi, on Jan. 6, 2023, through an “accelerated approval pathway” that fast-tracks promising clinical treatments for diseases in which there are no other currently effective

What Is Racial Battle Fatigue? A School Psychologist Explains

When William A. Smith, a scholar of education and culture, introduced the term “racial battle fatigue” in 2003, he used it to describe the cumulative effects of racial hostility that Black people – specifically faculty and graduate students – experience

Exclusive: Stephanie Mills Gets Candid on Kanye, Kim, Michael, Prince, Rolling Stone and More

After gaining global acclaim for playing Dorothy in The Wiz, which set the Broadway stage on fire, and producing some of the most memorable tunes in music, Stephanie Mills inexplicably remains under the radar, especially for someone with one of

CBC Begins ‘Busy’ 2023 Meeting with Biden Administration over Border Policies

While House Republicans spent a week publicly bickering and 15 rounds voting to elect Rep. Kevin McCarthy of California as speaker, the Congressional Black Caucus was already hard at work on behalf of its millions of constituents. In the 118th

More Employers Demanding Employees Return to the Office

Josh Wright runs a small eCommerce business that helps consumers get good deals on cell phones and plans but doesn’t believe employers should demand everyone return to the office. Wright says that people who work at home are more productive

College Students Who Work More Hours Are Less Likely To Graduate

The big idea Students who work while enrolled in college are about 20% less likely to complete their degrees than similar peers who don’t work, a large and meaningful decrease in predicted graduation rates. Among those who do graduate, working

God and Guns Often Go Together in US History – This Course Examines Why

Uncommon Courses is an occasional series from The Conversation U.S. highlighting unconventional approaches to teaching. Title of course: “God and Guns: the History of Faith and Firearms in America” What prompted the idea for the course? As a religion professor,

Amid the Chaotic Speakership Debate in the House, A Star is Born

It’s possible that after the bitter campaign for House Speaker ended on January 7th, Americans – especially Black Americans – felt a strong sense of déjà vu. New York Democratic Rep. Hakeem Jeffries provided a masterclass on leadership and served

Education Boosts Entrepreneurship in High Growth Industries

AMES, IA – A new study from Iowa State indicates more education increases entrepreneurship in the U.S., especially for women. Economics Professor John Winters and graduate student Kunwon Ahn co-authored the recently published paper in Small Business Economics. “The benefits

How to Unlock Your Creativity – Even if You See Yourself as a Conventional Thinker

Do you think that creativity is an innate gift? Think again. Many people believe that creative thinking is difficult – that the ability to come up with ideas in novel and interesting ways graces only some talented individuals and not

Speciesism, Like Racism, Imperils the Planet – Ideas That Humans Are Supreme Contributes to Crisis

With the world’s population topping 8 billion last year, it’s clear that humans have achieved a unique status in Earth’s history. We are the only creature that dominate all other organisms on the planet, from animals and fungi to plants

Cannabis-Related Emergency Department Visits among Older Adults on the Rise

Newswise — As a growing number of older adults are experimenting with cannabis to help alleviate chronic symptoms, a new University of California San Diego School of Medicine study has identified a sharp increase in cannabis-related emergency department visits among

Rev. Al Sharpton and National Action Network to Host Mlk Day Celebrations

Events to commemorate legacy of Dr. King come as nation prepares for the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington this summerIn commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day next week, Rev. Al Sharpton and the National Action Network

NYU Settles EEOC Race and National Origin Harassment and Retaliation Lawsuit

University to Pay $210,000 to African Employee Called ‘Monkey’ and ‘Gorilla’ by Supervisor NEW YORK – New York University, the largest private university in the United States and one of New York City’s ten biggest employers, will pay $210,000 and

Police Investigating Assault of 2 Black Teens by White Men at a Pool in South Africa After Video Goes Viral

The teenage brothers were reportedly attacked for using what’s known as the “whites only” pool at Maselspoort Resort in South Africa. Police have launched an investigation into the alleged assault of two Black teenage brothers for using what’s known as

Christian Nationalism Is Downplayed in the Jan. 6 Report and Collective Memory

When they entered the Senate chamber on Jan. 6, 2021, a group of insurgents stopped and bowed their heads in prayer to consecrate the building and their cause to Jesus. When the Senate reconvened later, its chaplain, retired Navy Adm.

Not All Insurrections Are Equal – For Enslaved Americans, It Was the Only Option

For most Americans, Jan. 6 was once an ordinary, ho-hum day. That changed in 2021 when millions of television viewers watched thousands of Trump supporters assault the U.S. Capitol in their violent attempt to stop Joe Biden’s presidential victory. Legislators

Strikes and Union Elections Surged in 2022 – Could It Mark a Turning Point for Organized Labor?

Workers organized and took to the picket line in increased numbers in 2022 to demand better pay and working conditions, leading to optimism among labor leaders and advocates that they’re witnessing a turnaround in labor’s sagging fortunes. Teachers, journalists and

Diversity of US Workplaces Is Growing in Terms of Race, Ethnicity and Age – Forcing More Employers to Be Flexible

Increased immigration, longer life expectancy and a decline in birth rates are transforming the U.S. workforce in two important ways. The people powering this nation’s economy include far more people of color and workers over 55 than was the case

Department of Justice Begins Supreme Court Defense of Student Loan Forgiveness

In a filing sent to the U.S. Supreme Court this week, the Department of Justice agreed with President Joe Biden’s plan to forgive student loans. In 2022, the president promised to forgive all outstanding student loan debt for millions of

California Family whose Beachfront Properties were Seized 100 years ago, Sells Land Back to County for $20 Million

The great-grandchildren of the African American couple Willa and Charles Bruce, whose land in Southern California was taken in 1924 and returned to the family last year, have opted to sell it back to the local government for $20 million.

Working In Isolation Can Pose Mental Health Challenges – Here’s How Have Adapted

In the wake of the pandemic, it is clear that remote work is here to stay. It seems every week there are more news stories about workers preferring to work remotely, or companies closing physical office spaces. This shift has employees and

As Republicans Battled over Speakership, CBC Members Stand United at Swearing-In

On Tuesday, Jan. 3, members of the Congressional Black Caucus held an inspiring swearing-in ceremony, even as Republicans were fighting over who would become the next Speaker of the House. “In the work we do, we honor our history, like

Gridlock and Low Expectations Greet New Congress

When the 118th Congress started on Jan. 3, Americans had the slimmest hope that lawmakers would pass any essential laws. Instead, experts, people who follow politics, and the public have every reason to think there will be gridlock in 2023

Amid GOP Division in Congress, Biden and McConnell Bask in Rare Bipartisanship Victory in Kentucky

As House Republicans continued their dysfunction and remained divided over who would be the next speaker, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell joined President Joe Biden in Kentucky to promote the bipartisan infrastructure bill. While McConnell joining Biden in the senator’s

2023 PGA WORKS Collegiate Championship Registration Now Open

The deadline to register for the 2023 PWCC is Wednesday, March 22. FRISCO, Texas (January 4, 2023) – The PGA of America announced today that registration for the 2023 PGA WORKS Collegiate Championship (PWCC) is now open. The 2023 PWCC

California Cops Explicit Bias Against African Americans – All Agencies Must Report in 2023

A new report has revealed that California law enforcement officers searched, detained on the curb or in a patrol car, handcuffed, and removed from vehicles more individuals perceived as Black than individuals perceived as white, even though they stopped more

Police in Schools Have Outsize Effect on Black Children, Report Published This Month Says

The presence of police in schools actively jeopardizes the safety of Black students compared to their counterparts of other races, according to a report published this month. Black students were subjected to more than 80% of the incidents of police

Trendsetting Rapper Gangsta Boo of Three 6 Mafia Dies at 43

Trendsetting hip hop star and the only female member of the mega group Three 6 Mafia has reportedly died at the age of 43. Her labelmate DJ Paul confirmed her death on Sunday, Jan. 1. Born Lola Chantrelle Mitchell in

3 Reasons Local Climate Activism Is More Powerful Than People Realize

Global warming has increased the number of extreme weather events around the world by 400% since the 1980s. Countries know how to stop the damage from worsening: stop burning fossil fuels and shift to renewable energy, electrify transportation and industry,

Five Elections to Watch in 2023 – Millions Head to the Ballot Box Around The Globe

Predicting the outcome of national elections can be a mug’s game. Polls are often wrong, and second-guessing how people will vote months down the line can leave even the most savvy election specialist with egg on their face. In short,

Disney’s Black Mermaid Is No Breakthrough – Just Look at the Literary Sub-genre of Black Mermaid Fiction

Mermaids have become a cultural phenomenon, and clashes about mermaids and race have spilled out into the open. This is most pointedly apparent in the backlash over Disney’s much-anticipated “The Little Mermaid.” After Disney unveiled its trailer for the film,

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