Empowering Black Women During Black History Month

Empowering Black Women During Black History Month

by | 13 Mar 2022 | Amplify DEI, Blog, Blog EN

February is Black History Month. Conversations about history, empowerment, and diversity are more visible now than other months of the year. Many companies and organizations are quick to jump into the conversation—some of them are genuine, while others lean towards performative action only.

There are many different topics of conversation this month. We wanted to focus on how to empower black women in the workplace. This is a necessary discussion because black women have a unique experience than other demographics. A lot of the push in recent years towards diversity has been to hire more women. Typically, this push is for white women, and black women are still underrepresented or not included.

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Women of Color Secure A Seat At The Table

Women of Color Secure A Seat At The Table

by | 20 Jun 2020 | Amplify DEI, Blog EN, Podcast

We are living in exceptionally advanced times. This is the 21st century, an era of exceedingly rapid science and technological development where all the information in the world rests in your palms. Access to knowledge has never been this simpler. The global population is aware, informed, and enlightened, yet detestable issues like racism, inequality, and sexism continue to exist. It makes one wonder; why are we choosing to let such enormities occur? It is indeed time to raise our voice and stand up for what is right so that women can secure a seat at the table.

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