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David Evangelista of Special Olympics International: “Stay focused”

Thrive Global

It provided me with a core understanding of how discrimination, marginalization and exclusion can result in horrific developments of historic proportion. It was May of 2002. No one knows better the traumatic effect of marginalization, social isolation, discrimination, and abuse more than individuals with intellectual disabilities.

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“Gender Roles in Childhood.”, with Sheila Ronning and Candice Georgiadis

Thrive Global

Considered a pioneer in the industry and by her peers, Ronning broke the mold in 2002 with the launch of Women in the Boardroom by being one of the first ever to form such an organization. I started WIB in 2002 so there have been many interesting things happen during this time, however, this one stands out in my mind. Discrimination.

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WIRTW #449 (the “do-over” edition)

Ohio Employer's Law

He served a well regarded term on the National Labor Relations Board from from 2002 to 2003. Once confirmed, he will become the first Hispanic-American member of Trump’s cabinet, bringing some much needed diversity to the table. Here’s what I read this week: Discrimination. What do you need to know about Secretary-to-be Acosta?

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Charles Lichtman: “You are part of a community, so be part of the community”

Thrive Global

The United States is currently facing a very important self-reckoning about race, diversity, equality and inclusion. It is unacceptable that discrimination and violence is perpetrated every day against Blacks, Hispanics, Asians, LBGTQ, Jews and Muslims. Diversity is critical because America is diverse.