By Yvonne Cowser Yancy The notion of prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace has not only become a more explicit focus for companies in recent years, but also essential elements for retention and recruitment. Often, applicants will voice that...
Staff at the storied Charleston institution has been focused on improving diversity and accessibility Special to the Philanthropy Journal By Adam Parker It was a turning point. In 1992, the Maryland Historical Society opened an exhibition called “Mining the Museum” by...
[Recorded on International Women’s Day, March 8th, 2022] Craig Martin – Co-Host The Good RoadWe haven’t known each other long but everything about you inspires me. Tell me about the passion you have for your music and your community, why am I so inspired? Rupa Murthy,...
Photo: Courtesy of CASL A Chinese American Service League employee meets with a client. Special to the Philanthropy Journal By Abbey Eusebio To put it plainly, the last couple years have not been good for the Asian American Pacific Islanders community members’ mental...
Special to the Philanthropy Journal By Amanda de Luis Mexican monarch butterflies in the region of Michoacán and sesame farmers in the Oaxaca area would agree that Laura Ortiz Montemayor has been one of the most important members in a big team who has helped them to...
Special to the Philanthropy Journal The recent Philanthropy Journal opinion piece by Overture International Executive Director Lisa Hyatt, “Stay Out of Haiti,” has elicited considerable response from readers. Most of the feedback has agreed with the premise of Hyatt’s...
Special to the Philanthropy Journal By Adam Zeidan Global bee populations are under threat. Due to the human impacts of intensive farming practices, mono-cropping, excessive use of pesticides, and higher temperatures associated with climate change, extinction rates...
Special to the Philanthropy Journal By Adam Parker It really is a new era. When it was founded 115 years ago, the YWCA Greater Charleston was a safe space for Black girls and women during a period of institutionalized racism and discrimination. During the civil rights...
Special to the Philanthropy Journal By Stanley Clark Women’s History Month 2022 continues a yearly national celebration whose origins date back four decades ago to 1982 and the launch of Women’s History Week. Women’s History Month celebrates the achievements of women...
Special to the Philanthropy Journal by Erin Cannon Every six months, Dr. Kristin Schroeder says goodbye to her husband Todd and all the high-tech “comforts” that Duke University has to offer and boards a plane for what is a 36-hour trip to Mwanza, Tanzania. Schroeder...
