Race relations

Multicultural Americans Believe the American Dream is Still Reachable, says Collage Group

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Thursday, November 10, 2022

In fact, 78% of Black, Asian, and Hispanic American consumers say they have achieved or believe they can achieve the American Dream, as compared to 69% of White consumers.

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  • In fact, 78% of Black, Asian, and Hispanic American consumers say they have achieved or believe they can achieve the American Dream, as compared to 69% of White consumers.
  • Add to that, another 60% of Hispanic Americans, and 59% of Black Americans, responded that although they have not yet obtained the American Dream, they trust that they can still reach it.
  • Both Hispanic and Black Americans are more confident about their futures in comparison to other American segments, and this conviction translates to their faith in pursuing and achieving the American Dream, said Jack Mackinnon, Senior Director of Cultural Insights at Collage Group.
  • Conversely, White Americans were not as optimistic, as 12% answered that they could no longer achieve the American Dream.

New Documentary About Overcoming Interpersonal Hate to Premiere Online Fri., Dec. 9 Followed by Q & A with Director and Lead Subjects, in Time for Holiday Strife

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new documentary about letting go of interpersonal hate will have its online worldwide premiere on 12/9/22, followed by a Q & A with filmmaker Lukas Behnken and those featured in the film. "I Hate You But It's Killing Me" shares nine personal stories of those who have suffered from debilitating hate toward themselves, a family member, or someone who caused them a tremendous amount of pain, and their path toward healing. (Purchase tickets and watch the trailer here.)

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  • The premiere will occur amidst the holiday season when many people are forced to face their interpersonal conflicts.
  • The virtual audience will be able to chat in real time and express their reactions to the film, followed by a live Q & A with the Director, Producer, and lead subjects.
  • "It is meant to provide new ways of looking at how to cope with the hatred that is plaguing our present time."
  • ihateyoubut and the feature-length documentary "I Hate You But It's Killing Me" is the latest from Sterling Light Productions , which focuses exclusively on films with social purpose campaigns.

A Whites Organization for Good? Positive Whiteness Launches to Transform Society

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Positive Whiteness, a Whites Organization for Good, launches today to fight against record racial division with the goal of helping people of all races. For many, Whiteness has been used in malicious and discriminatory ways by hate groups and ideologies historically and in the modern era. Positive Whiteness breaks this cycle through a "support everyone" approach of charity, cultural work, and media with the goal of positive unity for all.

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  • As the first modern Whites organization, Positive Whiteness approaches our racial conflict through a robust infrastructure of non-partisan "include everyone" thought and action .
  • Positive Whiteness psychologically follows the model of other identity-based organizations and develops a Positive White Cultural Identity from that.
  • Yet the most important part is the charitable initiatives , in the name of Whiteness, to build trust, improvement, and positive unity for all.
  • Positive Whiteness is fundraising for its charitable work and can be found on most major social media networks.

OZY MEDIA PARTNERS WITH THE JIM CROW MUSEUM AT FERRIS STATE UNIVERSITY TO LAUNCH NEW MULTIMEDIA SERIES

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

SILICON VALLEY, Calif., Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- OZY Media, the award-winning news and entertainment company that focuses on the "new and the next", is launching a new series to uncover hidden figures and important movements that define who we are today, and how we envision the future. The bold new OZY "Discover Series" will launch on October 23rd in partnership with the Jim Crow Museum of Racist Memorabilia, housed at Ferris State University in Michigan. 

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  • The bold new OZY "Discover Series" will launch on October 23rd in partnership with the Jim Crow Museum of Racist Memorabilia, housed at Ferris State University in Michigan.
  • The OZY Discover Series is a special multimedia experience that will be curated for the curious minded.
  • "The Jim Crow Museum is an asset to Ferris State University, the State of Michigan, and the nation."
  • The Jim Crow Museum of Racist Memorabilia at Ferris State University is regarded as an international leader in the anti-racism movement.

Procter & Gamble Accelerates Action to Widen the Screen by Building a Pipeline of Diverse Talent, Reaching Underrepresented Audiences and Driving Inclusive Growth in the Media Industry

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Thursday, June 16, 2022

We started with, and continue to step up for, Black creators, but it doesnt stop there.

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  • We started with, and continue to step up for, Black creators, but it doesnt stop there.
  • We are now expanding our efforts to Widen the Screen for more underrepresented creators by bringing together partners from across the industry to make systemic change and drive creativity for growth and good, continued Pritchard.
  • Continuing to use its reach to bring together companies and voices from across the industry to drive creative transformation.
  • For more information and to join P&G in taking action to Widen The Screen to Widen Our View, visit pg.com/widenthescreen and pg.com/queencollective.

Take Your Seat Announces Cohort II of the Inclusive Leadership Series

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Thursday, April 21, 2022

RALEIGH, N.C., April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TAKE YOUR SEAT (TYS) the public benefit corporation committed to increasing the number of Black professionals in America's boardrooms, announced today the launch of Cohort II of THE INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP SERIES (TILS), a first of its kind program dedicated to empowering board leaders to foster a sense of belonging in the boardroom so all can thrive at the table. Upon completion of the six-month commitment, leaders will find themselves equipped and empowered to tap into the ROI of DEI.

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  • Upon completion of the six-month commitment, leaders will find themselves equipped and empowered to tap into the ROI of DEI.
  • "This program facilitates honest conversations between races and genders and provides practical techniques to navigate the complexities of race relations.
  • These are not easy topics and there are no cookie cutter solutions," adds Jim Triandiflou, CEO of insightsoftware.
  • I look forward to joining the future Inclusive Leadership Series and learning more."

JET IT CEO GLENN GONZALES WINS TOP AVIATION AWARD

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Monday, March 28, 2022

GREENSBORO, N.C., March 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Glenn Gonzales, co-founder and CEO of private jet fractional ownership company Jet It and co-founder and President of sister company Jet Club, has been recognized for his industry-changing efforts by receiving the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association's Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Aviation Inspiration Award.

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  • Gonzales Awarded AOPA's Second Annual Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Aviation Inspiration Award
    GREENSBORO, N.C., March 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Glenn Gonzales, co-founder and CEO ofprivate jet fractional ownership company Jet It and co-founder and President of sister company Jet Club , has been recognized for his industry-changing efforts by receiving theAircraft Owners and Pilots Association'sBrigadier General Charles E. McGee Aviation Inspiration Award.
  • CEO Gonzales not only embraced General McGee's ethos, but he also had a personal relationship with the celebrated pilot.
  • This is one of several examples of how Jet It owners utilize their jet to increase productivity and value.
  • It was co-founded by Vishal Hiremath and Glenn Gonzales for Asian, European, and South American regions.

Canadian Association of Journalists launches 2022 Newsroom Diversity Survey

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Tuesday, March 22, 2022

OTTAWA, ON, March 22, 2022 /CNW/ - The Canadian Association of Journalists is pleased to announce the launch of the 2022 Canadian Newsroom Diversity Survey Canada's annual national media diversity survey.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, March 22, 2022 /CNW/ - The Canadian Association of Journalists is pleased to announce the launch of the 2022 Canadian Newsroom Diversity Survey Canada's annual national media diversity survey.
  • Last year, the CAJ released our inaugural diversity survey , with 209 newsrooms sharing data for 3,873 journalists.
  • That survey was the first in Canadian history to reveal the gender and racial diversity for English and French radio, television, digital and print media newsrooms.
  • Last year's survey also revealed that 8 in 10 outlets have no visible minority or Indigenous journalists in a top-three leadership position.

Applications Are Open for Centenary University Grace Y. Bissett and Louise Monez Hill Scholarship

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Thursday, March 17, 2022

HACKETTSTOWN, N.J., March 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Centenary University has opened applications for The Grace Y. Bissett and Louise Monez Hill Scholarship, a full four-year award for students who are dedicated to pursuing a career that improves race relations. The Bissett-Hill Scholarship covers the cost of attendance at Centenary University, including tuition and fees, room and board, books, transportation, travel, and miscellaneous expenses. The University intends to award this scholarship, which is renewable annually for a maximum of four years, for the first time to a student beginning classes in fall 2022.

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  • HACKETTSTOWN, N.J., March 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Centenary University has opened applications for The Grace Y. Bissett and Louise Monez Hill Scholarship, a full four-year award for students who are dedicated to pursuing a career that improves race relations.
  • The Bissett-Hill Scholarship covers the cost of attendance at Centenary University, including tuition and fees, room and board, books, transportation, travel, and miscellaneous expenses.
  • Centenary has opened applications for The Grace Y. Bissett and Louise Monez Hill Scholarship, a full four-year award.
  • The Grace Y. Bissett and Louise Monez Hill Scholarship Fund was established through an estate gift from Centenary University alumna Louise M. Hill '40 in memory of her aunt, Grace Y. Bissett, who made her education possible.

New exhibition Behind Racism: Challenging the Way We Think now open at the Ontario Science Centre

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Wednesday, February 23, 2022

Designed and fabricated by the Ontario Science Centre in partnership with the Canadian Race Relations Foundation (CRRF), Behind Racism: Challenging the Way We Think shows how the mental processes that help us think and act quickly can lead to racism and discrimination.

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  • Designed and fabricated by the Ontario Science Centre in partnership with the Canadian Race Relations Foundation (CRRF), Behind Racism: Challenging the Way We Think shows how the mental processes that help us think and act quickly can lead to racism and discrimination.
  • Debuting at the Ontario Science Centre, this compelling exhibition examines racism in Canada and encourages visitors to recognize bias, challenge discrimination and appreciate our differences.
  • Behind Racism: Challenging the Way We Think is now open and runs until April 24, 2022.
  • "We believe Behind Racism: Challenging the Way We Think will spark important conversations that can result in meaningful change."