Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The Institutional Diversity Blog Comment Policy

We do not censor comments based on political or ideological point of view. However, we reserve the right to delete those comments we deem are abusive, off-topic, use excessive foul language, or include ad hominem attacks. We moderate comments on our blog posts and post-moderate comments on news stories.

 

How do I post a comment?

You must register with The Institutional Diversity Blog in order to post a comment on one of our articles (see next question for instructions). After your comment is submitted, our blog editors will review it and determine if it complies with our aforementioned Comments Policy listed above. If approved, your comment should appear within 24-48 hours of its submission. If you have questions about submitted comments that have not appeared after that time, please fill out our Contact Form and bring this issue to our attention.

 

How do I register for The Institutional Diversity Blog?

From our Home Page scroll-down until you see “Login or Register” on the right-hand side of the page. Follow these instructions:

1. On the Home Page, click “Register“.
2. Enter a username and email address (A password will be e-mailed to you).
3. Click “Register” again.
4. You’ll see a message stating “Registration complete. Please check your e-mail".
5. Once you retrieve your new password via email, return to the Login Page and log in.
6. After you are logged in, you have the option of filling out your Profile under “Personal Options", and you can also create a new password if you scroll down to where it reads “New Password” on the Profile page.

Check out this video on "Registering for an Account on The Institutional Diversity Blog" on Youtube:

 

How do I submit an article to The Institutional Diversity Blog?

The Institutional Diversity Blog is always looking for contributors with expertise in addressing today’s societal challenges and building traditions of diversity, equity, and inclusion within organizations, along with the implementation of best practices and policies. Please see the following page to Submit an Article.

 

I posted a comment, why don’t I see it?

Our moderators work to review and approve comments as soon as possible. If you have submitted a comment and more than 48 hours has passed, please fill out our Contact Form for further assistance.

 

I tried to post a comment and/or register for an account, and received a message saying I was blocked for spam. Why?

We work hard to keep our community spam free, thus we maintain a database of suspected spam emails and usernames.  If you are a real person, and not a spammer, please fill out our Contact Form and let us know, and we'll take corrective action.