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Mass. launches plan to address ‘serious public health threat' of racism
In a city and a state known for its world-class health care, there is a push to take things to the next level. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has launched a health equity plan, referring to racism as a “serious public heath threat.” “Some of the best health outcomes across the country, but those good outcomes are not equally…
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Mass. DPH launches health equity plan to address racism
Massachusetts calls racism a “serious public health threat” and is taking action to prevent it.
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Despite diversity efforts, professional soccer has very few Black head coaches
As the United Soccer League expansion team Rhode Island F.C. plays its first-ever professional match on March 16, it will have a unicorn on the sidelines. Former New England Revolution forward Khano Smith is the club’s head coach — and the league’s only Black head coach among 24 teams. One tier above the USL, in Major League Soccer, the representation…
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Analyzing diversity among professional soccer coaches
The new Rhode Island FC is the only team in the USL Championship with a Black head coach, and Major League Soccer only has one, as well.
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‘TogetHER' 2024 International Women's Day event this Thursday
TogetHER’s 4th annual Women’s Day event on Thursday evening will feature food, drinks, conversation, and a panel discussion.
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Celebrating International Women's Day with TogetHER
International Women’s Day is Friday, March 8th, and TogetHER has an exciting event planned to celebrate. This Thursday, they will hold their 4th annual TogetHER event at Showcase Cinema De Luxe at Legacy Place in Dedham. There will be food, drinks, panelists, and lively conversation. Natalie Metzgar, the marketing manager for Legacy Place, tells us all about it.
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Black women struggle to find their way in a job world where diversity is under attack
With attacks on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives raging, Black women looking to climb the corporate ladder face a more hostile landscape than ever.
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New life sciences workforce training center opens in Mass.
MassBio’s workforce training center that seeks to diversify life sciences in Massachusetts and open doors for economic opportunity.
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Grant program for Black women entrepreneurs blocked by federal appeals court
A federal appeals court has temporarily halted a venture capital firm’s grant program for businesses run by Black women.
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Billie Jean King, Battle of the Sexes triumph 50 years ago brought equality to women's sports
The tennis legend defeated Bobby Riggs in 1973 in a fight for equality in women’s sports and to highlight the newly formed WTA.
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Boston Public Market and Citizens to host BIPOC-owned businesses
With the help of Citizens, the Boston Public Market is hosting a few BIPOC-owned businesses rent-free for one year. Kwani talks to Lisa Murray, the president of Citizens Massachusetts, about their workforce development program for disadvantaged people of color. She also talks to Eric Kaweesi and Megan Schuler, the owners of Lifebloom.
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Latest Push to Revive Equal Rights Amendment Fails in Senate
Senate Republicans on Thursday blocked a Democratic measure to revive the Equal Rights Amendment, dealing yet another blow to supporters who have pushed for more than five decades to amend the Constitution to prohibit discrimination based on sex.
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Glenn Jones Honored as One of Boston's Most Influential Men of Color
NBC10 Boston’s Glenn Jones was honored by Get Konnected! as one of Boston’s Most Influential Men of Color. Every year the organization celebrates its anniversary with a themed event highlighting diversity, equity and inclusion. NBC10 Boston President and General Manager Chris Wayland was also recognized for having the most diverse on-air talent, including three anchors of color in news, sports...
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Boston Running Club Promoting Diversity
The Pioneers Running Club hosts 26.True, a marathon aimed to increase inclusivity in Boston’s running community.
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Oscars Still So White? Data Says Yes – But For Some Groups, It's Slowly Getting Better
Nominations for the four major acting categories continue to consistently skew toward white nominees, but data does show some improvement in diversity.