True corporate diversity can't be achieved unless it's reflected at the top. And given the persistent dearth of black professionals in power roles at major companies, corporate America has a long way to go. There's growing awareness of the need for diversity at all levels of the workplace -- not just because giving equal opportunities to all is the right thing to do, but … [Read more...] about After years of talking about diversity, the number of black leaders at US companies is still dismal
Maranta Plant Shop rewards those will to help those in need
On Monday, May 10, 2021, Michelle Alfaro and Enrique Rodriguez, owners of Maranta Plant Shop, gave away 200 free plants to people who lined up for more than an hour to donate non-perishable food items. The food is being donated to the Hunger Task Force. "I was overwhelmed and fulfilled to see all the happy, energetic people waiting in line around the block to donate," Michelle … [Read more...] about Maranta Plant Shop rewards those will to help those in need
Ascension’s Blanket of Love hosts ‘Walk Through Baby Shower’
On Friday, April 16, 2021, Ascension Healthcare's Blanket of Love program hosted a "Walk Through Baby Shower" at Ebenezer Church of God in Christ, 3232 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. The event was for expecting mothers or those who have recently delivered up to the age of 3 months. Those who attended were able to get information, sign up for services, and receive free … [Read more...] about Ascension’s Blanket of Love hosts ‘Walk Through Baby Shower’
Arlington Heights residents call for renaming of local park to honor local activist
On Saturday, April 24, 2021, the Milwaukee Alliance Against Racist & Political Repression (MAARPR) hosted a press conference at Lindbergh Park in the Arlington Heights neighborhood campaigning to change the name of the park to Lucille Berrien Park. Ms. Berrien (left photo) was in attendance with the MAARPR to demand the park be named in her honor, and that the money used to … [Read more...] about Arlington Heights residents call for renaming of local park to honor local activist
Diversity Holidays and Celebrations In May (Week 2)
In 2001, UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) adopted the Universal Declaration of Cultural Diversity and in December 2002, the United Nations General Assembly declared May 21 to be the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialog and Development. The day provides us with an opportunity to deepen our understanding of the values of cultural … [Read more...] about Diversity Holidays and Celebrations In May (Week 2)
Milwaukee takes part in the ‘National John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Action Day’
On Saturday, May 8, 2021, the Transformative Justice Coalition, Rainbow PUSH Coalition, Public Citizen, DFAD, The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, the Milwaukee Branch of The NAACP, and the Milwaukee Urban League joined forces to host Milwaukee's portion of the "National John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Action Day." The day was held in honor of the late John … [Read more...] about Milwaukee takes part in the ‘National John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Action Day’
MCSO and Community Partners Host Drive-Thru Drug Take-Back and Clean-Up Day
On Saturday, April 24, 2021, The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office, The Milwaukee Police Department District 3, Milwaukee County Parks, Safe & Sound, and the We Care Crew invited the community to join them in cleaning up Johnson Park, 1919 W. Fond du Lac Ave., in discarding unused prescription and/or over-the-counter medications as part of the National Prescription Drug … [Read more...] about MCSO and Community Partners Host Drive-Thru Drug Take-Back and Clean-Up Day
Sowing Seeds For Health Equity
By Sandra Millon Underwood, RN, PhD, FAAN Professor, UW-Milwaukee College of Nursing Disparities in health experienced by people of color in Southeastern Wisconsin are garnering an increasing amount of attention among residents and advocates in the community. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that about 10 percent of health outcomes can be … [Read more...] about Sowing Seeds For Health Equity
About Science and Research with All of Us – Part Two!
It is week two of our conversation about science and research with Bashir Easter, Ph.D., Assistant Director of the University of Wisconsin-Madison All of Us team at the Center for Community Engagement and Health Partnerships in Milwaukee. This week we learn about the expectations if you decide to enroll in the All of Us Research Program. Milwaukee Times: Dr. Easter, last … [Read more...] about About Science and Research with All of Us – Part Two!
“Begin Again: James Baldwin’s America and Its Urgent Lessons for Our Own” by Eddie S. Glaude, Jr.
c.2020, Crown $27.00/$36.00 Canada 239 pages Did you see that? Sure you did. You couldn’t miss it, actually, because you can spot hatred, discrimination, and bad trouble a mile away. You know when something’s wrong and you saw it; saw it coming, in fact, and you weren’t alone. In “Begin Again” by Eddie S. Glaude, Jr., you’ll know that a warning was sounded decades … [Read more...] about “Begin Again: James Baldwin’s America and Its Urgent Lessons for Our Own” by Eddie S. Glaude, Jr.