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If you’ve been tapped in to the world of business news in recent months, you’re likely well aware that DEI measures are firmly on the chopping block, thanks to the Trump administration . The DEI framework, which seeks to support diversity, equity and inclusion within the workplace, has been an invaluable tool in the national marketplace to ensure that those in marginalized communities are given a fair shot at employment and upward mobility. Much like other social programs, such as affirmative action, DEI has been integral to the success of disabled individuals, underprivileged youths and those who identify as part of the LGBTQ community . Unfortunately, a powerful minority of fringe right-wing lawmakers have taken issue with DEI initiatives and have quixotically maligned the entire practice as discriminatory. Since the newly established White House cabinet has become so dead-set on eliminating DEI measures across the board, legal requirements for fair hiring practices have already...
The record “Greatest Love of All” is one of Whitney Houston’s most iconic and inspirational hits. However, the version performed by the fictional character “Randy Watson” from “Coming to America” will live forever in infamy. Regardless of the version you prefer, the song tends to lend itself as a staple in schools across the nation due to the opening lyrics, “I believe the children are the future.” The educators at the Ron Clark Academy (RCA) tend to agree with that sentiment with a mission “to deliver the highest quality educational experience where global citizens are born through engaging teaching methods, academic excellence, relationship building, and a passionate climate and culture.” Junior Bernadin — Dean and IT Director for RCA — takes on that mission’s mantle. Bernadin is a 2022 recipient of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Mentoring. AfroTech had the opportunity to talk with the Haitian-American educator about the recognition...
Amazon Prime Video kicked off the world premiere of highly-anticipated sequel “Coming 2 America” this past Wednesday by supporting Black-owned businesses across eight key U.S. cities — including New York City, Los Angeles, Miami, Atlanta, Houston, Chicago, Nashville, and Washington D.C. — The Hollywood Reporter shares. As part of the film’s global rollout with cast, press, and VIPs, Amazon Prime Video has pledged to partner with local Black-owned restaurants to provide 5,000 meals to those in need. To execute this initiative, Amazon is working with Grandchamps (New York), Poppy + Rose (Los Angeles), Wing Quarter Daiquiris & Creole Kitchen (Houston), Phlavz Bar and Grille (Chicago), Busy Bee Cafe (Atlanta), House of Mac (Miami), Mr. Braxton Bar & Kitchen (Washington, D.C.), and Riddim N Spice (Nashville). The Hollywood Reporter shares that for the next eight weeks Amazon will be advertising the film on several vehicles including a plane, four trucks and 220 delivery vehicles for a...