Virginia's Democratic lawmakers have introduced a bill aimed at promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in public school education. This move comes as Democrats gain control of the state legislature and governor's office. The bill, HB 614, was filed by Del. Sam Rasoul of Roanoke. It seeks
Social work education is under fire in Alaska. Critics argue that students are being forced to adopt a specific political agenda. But is this really the case, or is there more to the story? Alaska is a diverse state. Over 15% of its population identifies as American Indian or Alaska Native. The sta
Corporate boards are facing a tough time with diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. The rules are changing, and it's not easy to keep up. Companies with operations worldwide have it even harder because laws differ from one place to another. To handle this, boards need to be well-informed
In a recent podcast, comedian Bill Maher and actor Tim Allen shared their thoughts on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the entertainment industry. Allen, known for his roles in "Home Improvement" and "Toy Story, " opened up about his experiences. He mentioned that many of his peers from his
State lawmakers are back at work, and colleges might be in for some big changes. Here are six key issues they will likely tackle this year. First up, diversity policies are under fire. More states might ban diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs at public universities. These bans could aff
In many workplaces, there's been a noticeable shift in how opportunities are handed out. Some folks, particularly young white men, have felt left out as companies focus more on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). It's not just about hiring; it's about who gets promoted and recognized. For those
Nicole Parker, a former FBI agent, has shared her critical view on the impact of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives within the FBI. She believes these efforts have caused significant division and harm to the agency's core mission. Parker, who served for 12 years, witnessed a growing
Trump is back in the White House, and he's not holding back. In just one year, he's made big changes that have people talking. He's cracked down on immigration, making it harder for people to cross the border and changing who gets to come to the U. S. as refugees. He's also been busy undoing diversi
In recent years, academia has seen a significant shift in hiring practices. This change has sparked debates about fairness and merit. Many white male scientists feel left behind. They see others with less experience getting jobs they once dreamed of. The job market in academia is tough. It's always
Billionaires are changing how they give money to causes. Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan have stopped funding FWD, a group that pushes for immigration and criminal justice reform. They supported this group for ten years. Now, they want to focus on AI and science instead. Zuckerberg's mo
