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What We Can All Learn About Overcoming Adversity from NWSL Athletes Sydney Leroux and Christen Press

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In honor of International Day of the Girl, UKG sat down with Leroux and Press to learn more about their love of the game, their fight for equality, and how they stay motivated in the face of adversity. Now, we have one of the most powerful clubs in the world, working to grow the global game and reimagine the business of sports.

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Dr. Lanetta Greer: “You can’t please everybody”

Thrive Global

One of the most powerful acts of kindness we can do is show someone the inner workings of our operation. Charles saw firsthand the needs of children and families and suggested that I would be the perfect person to fill those needs (especially for teenage girls). Become a mentor. A mentor is a lifelong commitment.

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Walking The Walk: Black Women Volunteer to Build Opportunity, Equity for STEAM Students

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a nonprofit dedicated to the advancement of Black women and girls. These small-group interactions allow for more candid conversation, and the girls’ questions guide the discussion. Soon, the girls were requesting additional one-on-one mentorship with the UKG volunteers. It can be discouraging not to see others who look like you.

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“Decolonize our minds” with Yanna Joanne Papadopoulos of Teenacers

Thrive Global

Decolonize our minds ; We fear change because we believe it will contribute to loss of power. Understanding that power and privilege were not rightfully anyone’s to keep. It only benefits those already in power. If we don’t identify “other” as an identity, we will become more and more oppressive in our systems to maintain power.

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Hire Who You Need Next, Not Who You Had Last

Cornerstone On Demand

A lover of sports, thwarted in youth by the lack of community or school-sponsored athletic opportunities for girls, McKenna-Doyle was at an ambivalent crossroads in her career about five years ago. Photo: Creative Commons Categories: Talent Management Article Tags: talent management; recruiting I like to compete. I love competing.

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Forbes Names UKG One of America’s Best Employers for Women

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Since announcing the campaign, UKG has partnered with multiple nonprofit organizations, including 9to5, Grantmakers for Girls of Color, Lean In, and Reboot Representation, working together to close the U.S. UKG is in year two of its UKG Close the Gap Initiative , a multi-year program focused on pay equity. and WESTON, Fla.

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Dr. Angela D. Reddix: “We are connected even when we are oceans apart”

Thrive Global

Not one to be limited to a singular pursuit, Angela has developed a devotion to creating the next generation of girl entrepreneurs and leaders. She is leading this social change by providing the blueprint needed for girls around the country to transform themselves into business owners and CEOs through her non-profit Envision Lead Grow (ELG).