Diversity & Inclusion
Celebrate National Volunteer Month
April is National Volunteer Month – a month dedicated to recognizing the importance of volunteering and honoring the significant contributions volunteers make by donating their time and talents to worthy causes. Why volunteer? Volunteering is a great way to give back or make a difference in someone’s life. It brings people together and strengthens the…
The Impact of COVID-19 on Gender Equality
March is Gender Equality Month, and it’s hard to believe in the year 2022, we experience the level of gender inequality we do – not only in the workforce but in life in general. The Covid-19 pandemic has not helped bridge that gap by any means; in fact, it forced a significant setback. “Across the…
Women’s History Month 2022: Celebrating a Nation of Heroes
Until February 24, 2022, when Russia invaded Ukraine, a major war on the European continent had not happened since World War II (1939-1945). The second World War was a momentous turning point in history, with a global call to arms that would forever change the lives and roles of women in our country and world. …
Celebrating International Women’s Day
“You will always have to work harder; that is just the way the world is.” – The number of times women hear this or some version of this throughout their lifetimes is astonishing. Whether it was said directly, implied, or clearly conveyed through actions, women face this daily. While this is the reality of today,…
Celebrating Employee Appreciation Day
Why should we make a special day out of showing appreciation for our team members? In my opinion, it’s the same reason you celebrate Valentine’s Day or the anniversary of someone you love. Ideally, every day is a day where you give employee recognition and show appreciation of how much your team means to you….
28 Important but Overlooked Facts in Black History
February may be the shortest month of the year, but its celebration of Black History is among the longest-standing social justice movements in history. While many facts and events in Black History are widely recognized, the dense fabric of their making has been equally if not more influential than the events themselves. We want to…
Chinese New Year: The Year of the Tiger
One of my first memories as a child takes place on a little island in Malaysia, where I spent the first ten years of my life. It is a mix of fascination and terror as these giant lions and dragons moved to the beat of drums, climbed ladders, collided, and danced. Despite the tears and…
We Remember: International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Today, January 27, is designated by the United Nations General Assembly as International Holocaust Remembrance Day (IHRD). This day brings the voices of the last of the survivors and further generations of survivors to the forefront. It provides us the opportunity for meaningful and timely conversations about the lasting impacts of the Holocaust and our…
Learning from the Talent Shortage, and What it Means for 2022
Attracting and retaining skilled talent has always been a goal of successful organizations. Employees are the lifeblood of a company, after all! The right mix of hardworking and talented individuals is the ticket to a long lifespan of future successes. And while organizations have always competed to recruit the most talented individuals and keep them…
Working Past 65: 3 Things You Should Know
If you’re working past 65, there are many elements to keep track of to make sure you’re making the wisest financial decisions. Now that Social Security and Medicare benefits can be affected by working, it’s even more important to know how your job affects these benefits. If you’re searching for a new job post-retirement, there…
