Previously, I discussed a recent experience I had at a conference that promotes healthy human sexuality called “A Pattern of Diversity”. At this conference, I was slated to deliver a presentation about the impact of trauma, the intersection of violence and sexuality, and the continued dismissal of Women of Color from discussions about trauma and healthy … [Read more...]
Women of Color and Sexuality: Another Lens to Appreciate Diverse Experiences
Sometime ago I enjoyed the opportunity to offer a scholarly presentation on some things I learned through research about African American women and sexuality. The conference, “A Pattern of Diversity”, brings together academicians, other professionals, and lay people from various attitudes and interests regarding healthy human sexuality. Typically, this … [Read more...]
Building A Sisterhood: Celebrating Women’s History Month
March is Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day is March 8, which was the precursor to Women’s History Month. Little did I know that after moving to Canada, I would begin to focus on gender equity and equality. This is not to say that women’s rights or gender issues were not important to me prior to moving to Canada. When I … [Read more...]
A Social Media Guide for Diversity Officers: A Featured Publication
As a Social Media & Technology Specialist, as well as the Managing Editor & Webmaster of this site, I’ve had a front row seat to the issues, challenges, and rewards of leading the digital conversation on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) on the social web. Along the way, I and Dr. Denise O’Neil Green (Executive Editor of this blog) have devised a … [Read more...]
Chief Diversity Officers and Dr. Martin Luther King Day: Giving Voice to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
I've been living in Canada for over a year, and while things are beginning to feel normal for me, today feels somewhat strange. It's Martin Luther King Day and typically back home, in the States, my institution would have a day, week or even month long line up of activities and events to acknowledge Dr. Martin Luther King’s contributions to the nation, … [Read more...]