THE D&I Roundup from COLOR – January Edition Part II

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In this issue, you’ll learn about the game-changing DEI roadmap from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts, why D&I makes IT stronger, WNET’s news diversity advisory group, and so much more!

BBBSEM: Providing a Roadmap to DEI Excellence

Sustained excellence isn’t birthed from spontaneity. Mark O’Donnell, President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts (BBBSEM), understands that a commitment to a thorough plan is necessary for any amount of change to take hold. BBBSEM’s Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Roadmap is a testament to this notion, while simultaneously providing a blueprint for the meaningful use of an organization’s human capital.

Learn more about Big Brothers Big Sisters’ impactful work>

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NY’s PBS Affiliate, WNET, Creates Diversity Advisory Group

After an internal conflict, WNET created The Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Advisory Council, known as the IDEA Council, which includes 12 mid-level managers and producers who will advise Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer Eugenia Harvey and CEO Neal Shapiro on reforms

Here’s D&I in action>

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Philadelphia Inquirer Names VP of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Jameel Rush, a Philadelphia-based human resources professional, has been named The Philadelphia Inquirer’s vice president of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, the company announced Thursday.

Congratulations Jameel Rush!>

Cushman & Wakefield Names Nadine Augusta as Chief Diversity Officer

Cushman & Wakefield, one of the world’s largest commercial real estate services firms, has named Nadine Augusta as its chief diversity, equity & inclusion officer, a newly created role.

See how Augusta plans to shake things up>

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