Multicultural education

Donor Alliance Manager Receives Leadership Appointment to National Transplantation Organization

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

Donor Alliance , the nonprofit organization saving and healing lives through organ and tissue donation and transplantation, is pleased to announce Donor & Family Services Manager Serena Altamirano will be advancing the organization’s mission within diverse communities on a national level.

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  • Donor Alliance , the nonprofit organization saving and healing lives through organ and tissue donation and transplantation, is pleased to announce Donor & Family Services Manager Serena Altamirano will be advancing the organization’s mission within diverse communities on a national level.
  • Altamirano was recently appointed to the 2023-2025 Governing Board of Directors for the Association for Multicultural Affairs in Transplantation (AMAT) .
  • The national organization is dedicated to supporting partners around the country in the transplant field as they work to support those waiting for a life-saving organ transplant within multicultural communities.
  • “We are thrilled Serena will be sharing her talent, expertise and passion to propel Donor Alliance’s mission forward on a national scale,” said Jennifer Prinz, president and CEO of Donor Alliance.

Imagine This Women's Film Festival Returns September 22 - October 1, 2023, To New York City With An Exciting Lineup Of Screening, Panels, And Events Featuring Academy Award-Winning Director Carlos López Estrada And Emmy Award-Winning Filmmaker Linda Mendo

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 8th Annual Imagine This Women's Film Festival is back with an exhilarating lineup that promises three days of captivating panels, screenings, and exclusive events. This year's festival features a compelling selection of 112 films, including 12 highly anticipated world premieres, 27 regional premieres, and an impressive lineup of 13 North American premieres. Additionally, 15 films are set to premiere exclusively in the vibrant city of New York, further enhancing the festival's allure.

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  • Additionally, 15 films are set to premiere exclusively in the vibrant city of New York, further enhancing the festival's allure.
  • The festival kicks off on September 22 with the North American premiere of Heights and Depths, an emotionally charged film exploring themes of loss.
  • Opening Night Party: Join us on September 22 for the grand Opening Night Party at Cloud One Hotel, located at 133 Greenwich St, New York, NY 10006.
  • It's a night of celebration, mingling with filmmakers, and setting the tone for an unforgettable festival.

Tech Maverick André Swanston Fuels Innovation and Impact with launch of Swanston Organization

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Thursday, August 3, 2023

STAMFORD, Conn., Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- André Swanston, the renowned innovator and entrepreneur, who achieved one of the only 9-figure exits by a Black American as the Co-Founder and former CEO of Tru Optik, announced today the formation of Swanston Organization (SO), the next iteration of his corporate legacy. Swanston Organization encompasses three divisions that will collectively advance the mission of innovation and inclusion: Swanston Labs (SL), Swanston Family Ventures (SFV), and the Swanston Philanthropy initiative.

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  • Swanston Organization encompasses three divisions that will collectively advance the mission of innovation and inclusion: Swanston Labs (SL), Swanston Family Ventures (SFV), and the Swanston Philanthropy initiative.
  • "Swanston Labs has been a game-changer for my entrepreneurial journey," said Ney Castro, Entrepreneur-In-Residence at Swanston Labs.
  • Swanston Family Ventures (SFV) is on a mission to level the playing field and foster diversity in the start-up ecosystem.
  • Swanston Philanthropy is a $5 million initiative established by Michelle and André Swanston to financially support organizations, creating a lasting and positive impact on society.

DeWayne Anderson Joins Newfront as DE&I Program Manager

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022

Newfront , the modern insurance brokerage platform, today announced DeWayne Anderson, M.Ed, as its Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) Program Manager.

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  • Newfront , the modern insurance brokerage platform, today announced DeWayne Anderson, M.Ed, as its Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) Program Manager.
  • Anderson is the company's first DE&I program manager, solidifying its ongoing commitment to creating and retaining an inclusive environment for all prospective and current employees.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221207005600/en/
    As DE&I Program Manager, Anderson will lead Newfronts diversity, equity and inclusion council and support the companys seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and related programming.
  • Before joining Newfront, Anderson served as an Assistant Director at the University of South Floridas Office of Multicultural Affairs.

Reinvestment Fund Announces New Chief Diversity Officer

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022

PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Reinvestment Fund announced that Cordon Daley is its newly appointed Chief Diversity Officer at Reinvestment Fund. Over the last 2 years, Reinvestment Fund has been on a journey to operationalize racial equity and enact sustainable change across its work and culture. The creation of the Chief Diversity Officer role is central to our overall business strategy, which aims to cultivate an environment where Race, Equity and Inclusion (REI) is integrated into all aspects of business operations. Cordon will report to the CEO, Don Hinkle-Brown, and lead the organization's REI efforts to elevate the organization's mission both internally and externally.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Reinvestment Fund announced that Cordon Daley is its newly appointed Chief Diversity Officer at Reinvestment Fund.
  • Prior to Reinvestment Fund he served as an Active-Duty Navy Diversity Officer, Multicultural Affairs Officer, Behavioral Health Officer, and Equal Opportunity Program Manager.
  • We welcome Cordon's experience to facilitate the change" said Cheila Fernandez, Chief Operations Officer at Reinvestment Fund.
  • Since our inception in 1985, Reinvestment Fund has provided over $2.7 billion in financing to strengthen neighborhoods, scale social enterprises, and build resilient communities.

ONE VOICE, ONE VISION... TO SAVE AND HEAL LIVES

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Wednesday, August 3, 2022

African Americans are 3x more likely than White Americans to have kidney failure.

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  • African Americans are 3x more likely than White Americans to have kidney failure.
  • The national transplant waiting list currently stands at more than 100,000 people, with more than 60% of those waiting representing racial and ethnic minorities.
  • To help promote healthy living and disease prevention, NMAG is hosting the 2022 Healthy Living Recipe Contest , which runs from August 1-31.
  • Donation infographic handouts, printable flyers, web banners, and social media graphics are available to the public in both English and Spanish.

ASHA CEO Joins With Counterparts Pledging Workplace Diversity and Inclusion

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Monday, March 7, 2022

ROCKVILLE, Md., March 7, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) announced today that ASHA CEO Vicki R. Deal-Williams, MA, CCC-SLP, FASAE, CAE, has joined with nearly 2,000 other CEOs and presidents in signing the CEO Pledge for Diversity & Inclusion.

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  • ROCKVILLE, Md., March 7, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) announced today that ASHA CEO Vicki R. Deal-Williams, MA, CCC-SLP, FASAE, CAE, has joined with nearly 2,000 other CEOs and presidents in signing the CEO Pledge for Diversity & Inclusion.
  • The pledge, a creation of CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion, the largest CEO-driven business commitment to advance diversity and inclusion in the workplace, https://www.ceoaction.com/ , calls for signatories to act on supporting more inclusive workplaces by
    continuing to make workplaces trusting places to have complex, and sometimes difficult, conversations about diversity and inclusion;
    implementing and expanding unconscious bias education;
    sharing best practicesas well as unsuccessful oneswith counterparts; and
    creating and sharing strategic inclusion and diversity plans with their respective boards.
  • Taking the pledge fits well with ASHA's ongoing commitment to achieving diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and it also facilitates further growth in pursuing that goal, Deal-Williams said.
  • For decades, ASHA has been a leader championing diversity.

Vicki R. Deal-Williams Named Next ASHA Chief Executive Officer

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Tuesday, October 5, 2021

ROCKVILLE, Md., Oct. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) announced today that Vicki R. Deal-Williams, MA, CCC-SLP, FASAE, CAE, will be ASHA's next Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

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  • ROCKVILLE, Md., Oct. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) announced today that Vicki R. Deal-Williams, MA, CCC-SLP, FASAE, CAE, will be ASHA's next Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
  • "Like most professional associations and society in general," she continued, "ASHA is presently operating amidst constant change and much uncertainty, which pose substantial challenges.
  • Deal-Williams has been a member of ASHA's executive leadership team in the role of Chief Staff Officer, Multicultural Affairs, for nearly 25 years.
  • ASHA CEO Pietranton, who was not involved in the hiring process, expressed her strong support for the ASHA Board's decision.

WesternU Names First Vice President for Humanism, Equity, and Anti-Racism

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Tuesday, August 31, 2021

Appavoo brings more than 30 years' experience in higher education leading Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI) and Anti-Racist initiatives, plans and programs.

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  • Appavoo brings more than 30 years' experience in higher education leading Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI) and Anti-Racist initiatives, plans and programs.
  • He also successfully led, managed, and administered a $750,000 Campus Diversity Initiatives (CDI) grant to the university from The James Irvine Foundation.
  • "It is an honor to welcome Dr. Appavoo to WesternU at this pivotal time in our history," said WesternU Interim President Sylvia Manning, PhD.
  • I am inspired by the many people at WesternU who believe that we can be the change that we want to see.

Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority announces hiring of Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer, first in agency

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Monday, August 30, 2021

We are delighted Mr. Childs has decided to join our CMHA team, saidCMHA Board Chair Stanley E. Harris.

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  • We are delighted Mr. Childs has decided to join our CMHA team, saidCMHA Board Chair Stanley E. Harris.
  • Diversity, equity and inclusiveness is a pillar of superior organizational performance, noted CMHA President and CEO Charles Hillman.
  • About CMHA: CMHA helps people access affordable housing through collaborative partnerships, promote neighborhood revitalization and assist residents in accessing needed social services.
  • Half of the authority's apartments are set aside as workforce housing for families earning 80% of the area median income.