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Black History = American History
On this day, Feb. 1, in 1960, four North Carolina A&T African American freshmen sat down at a place where African Americans were not allowed to sit. It was at a Woolworth's Dept. store. They could shop there, but they could not sit, rest and eat at the lunch counter there. Those young men were Jibreel Khazan (formerly Ezell Blair Jr.), Joseph McNeil, Franklin McCain Sr. and David Richmond Jr. “We didn’t want to set the world on fire...we just wanted to eat.” - Jibreel Khazan. But they did set it on fire, igniting a national sit-in movement, altering and improving the course for Black Americans, ultimately integrating once segregated spaces. It was only 64 years ago that they changed the trajectory of our nation. Today we honor their fearless resolve and courageous call to action. Click our #LinkInBio to watch the livestream.
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For #blackhistorymonth, Amex’s Black Employee Network (BEN) hosted a panel to discuss authentic and courageous leadership, both within the Black community and at Amex, featuring Marques Zak, Curtis Wilson, Sarah Dodds-Brown, Adarian Sneed, and Brittany Powell. Brittany has been on my team leading one of our Cobrand Partnerships for the past 2 years. I was inspired by the conversation and wanted to share 3 insights from Brittany that really resonated with me: 1. Drive change and be courageous to follow through: Advocacy doesn’t mean having the loudest voice in the room. We all can be a champion for change through daily actions, big and small. 2. Create comfortable spaces: It’s all of our responsibility to foster environments where everyone can be seen and heard. For Brittany, what’s given her comfort is knowing that her leadership has created a safe space for her to show up as her most authentic self. 3. Black History happens every day: Brittany reminded us that Black history is happening all around us and it’s important to celebrate those moments beyond February. Some ways she puts this into action is by following emerging Black talent, keeping up with changemakers across industries, and supporting Black-owned businesses. I really loved Brittany’s comments. They were so simple, effective, and easy to put into practice. Having Employee Networks like BEN reinforces confidence and reminds colleagues they have peers of similar backgrounds in the workplace, and I am committed to continuing to support and elevate the voices of our Black colleagues within PML and across the Blue Box.
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Don't forget to nominate exceptional Black professionals who are truly changing the landscape of our communities across Canada. These dedicated individuals are the heart of our CAUFP Awards, and their recognition will take centre stage at our upcoming Year-End event. Nominate someone whose values align with our categories: 1. The Change Makers Award recognizes an individual who aims to make a difference in their communities, keeping top of mind the lives of BIPOC and other underserved groups in Canada. This individual has the ability to bring communities together, make connections and inspire others to be a part of making an impact in their context. 2.The LBE (Lead by Example) Trailblazer Award recognizes an individual who is a trend setter in their respective communities, whose forward-thinking mindset is making great strides for BIPOC and other underserved people groups in their sphere(s) of influence. Nomination Link: https://lnkd.in/gwkQVr_7 Register for the Year-End event: https://lnkd.in/gEXrhEVe
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This February, for Black History Month, the theme is Black Excellence: A Heritage to Celebrate; a Future to Build. 💪 As a recruitment agency dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we aim to be part of important discussions in this area. And this month, we want to highlight how we can support the Black community, who make up a growing 4.5% of the total population here in Canada. 🇨🇦 One way to show support is to support Black-owned businesses, which represent a total of 2.4% of businesses across the country, with more than half of these businesses based in Ontario. So, this month, whether you require goods or services, find Black-owned businesses to work with and support. 🖤 You can discover businesses through directories provided by organizations such as the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce (https://bit.ly/3Uzamtw or https://bit.ly/49uzBkZ) and the Black Business and Professional Association (https://directory.bbpa.org). Your efforts, big or small, can make a significant difference! #BlackHistory #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackExcellence #BlackOwnedBusiness #SmallBusiness
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#FinancialWellness and Wealth in the Black Community! Looking forward to this very important discussion spearheaded by Mastercard #Black BRG in Canada. #financialeducation #finlit #generationalwealth #blackwealth #legacy
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Every February, people across Canada participate in Black History Month events and festivities that honour the legacy of Black people in Canada and their communities. This year at our Mastercard Offices in Canada, our Business Resource Group Leading Employees of African Descent, will be focused on Financial Wellness and Wealth in the Black Community. Looking forward to hearing from our esteemed panelist Al Ramsay (he/him/his), Delrose Miller Brown, Orlando Lopez, CFP, CIM®, CIWM, that will be joining us for this discussion. #financialwellness #blackhistorymonth Sasha (Aleksandra) Krstic, Joshua Kirk-Koffi, MBA, Brenda Katwesigye Baganzi
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Yesterday, the Black Talent Charter hosted its Annual Summer event, sponsored by KPMG UK, at Mansion House, and what an evening it was! It was fantastic to see my good friend, changemaker and Black Talent Charter founder, Harry Matovu KC, in full flow as he set out the next steps for the founding signatories and supporters. With the Supreme Court, business leaders, professionals and colleagues in attendance, what is clear is that the appetite for change in UK business is strong, but the momentum behind turning that appetite into action has waned in recent times. Black talent is not sufficiently represented at most levels within organisations, and it’s not enough to ‘just’ have a mentoring programme or pledge publicly in support of progression and equity for Black colleagues. The challenges and issues must be actively addressed to deliver the systemic change that our societies and workplaces so desperately need. And through initiatives like the Black Talent Charter, which aims to collaboratively create a new environment for the recruitment, retention and progression of Black talent within ten years, it’s more than possible. We can create a better future with fair Black representation, but only by working together. You can find out more by visiting www.blacktalentcharter.com #blackleadership #blackrepresentation #blacktalentcharter #diversity
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February is Black History Month, a celebration of cultural contributions, diversity and the bountiful food and traditions that African Americans have contributed. Starting in 1976, this month recognizes and celebrates the Black voices that have played pivotal roles in shaping our shared history. According to refed.org, a “remarkable thing about this food history is how it sprang from enterprise, creativity, survival, and necessity. Innovation in Black food culture came from scarcity and being unjustly forced into hardship and food insecurity. Creating recipes using scraps, leftovers, and ingredients that were otherwise deemed as ‘less than,’ African American culture set the standard for creating delicious and wholesome meals from very little, and they are meals that we still enjoy today. From cornbread to gumbo, mac and cheese to fried chicken, it is a culinary legacy that is deeply ingrained in the American cultural profile." As we celebrate Black history, we continuously work to embrace diversity, equity and inclusion in our nutrition and health research endeavors. Recognizing and honoring diverse perspectives is key to creating meaningful impacts in our areas of focus. #BlackHistoryMonth
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Juneteenth is quickly approaching, and as you reflect on the meaning of the holiday, we highly encourage you to read this resource lovingly and intentionally created by Crystal Whiteaker. This holiday (as pointed out below) is not about capitalizing on a moment, it's a chance to learn, reflect, grow, and do better. Thank you to Crystal and to everyone we learn from to do better. For more of Crystal and her work, check out her site here: https://lnkd.in/gD-cnE4U #cheerstochange #learn #grow #change #insurance #insuranceindustry
In 2021, Juneteenth became a national holiday. It’s a Freedom Day celebration for Black Americans, however many brands and organizations have moved to capitalize on the holiday. It’s been encouraging to hear from our clients who are asking how to acknowledge and celebrate Juneteenth in non-performative ways. Crystal Whiteaker (inclusive branding and leadership development consultant) is one of the amazing visionaries we connected with through Insure Equality. She has generously shared these insights for us to pass on to you. https://buff.ly/4aTgnG3
6 Meaningful Ways to Honor Juneteenth and Celebrate Black History
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UGI is proud to celebrate Black History Month, a time to honor achievements of past generations of Black Americans and recognize their contributions today. UGI’s Black Organizational & Leadership Development (BOLD) group is an employee resource group focused on inclusion, equity, education, and empowerment for Black employees and their allies. BOLD focuses on professional development by creating mentoring opportunities, increasing exposure through networking and career development events, as well as broadening our outreach to Black talent. At UGI, we are committed to providing a safe space for all employees to connect, support, and have open and transparent conversations around professional development, cultural transformation, allyship, and community impact. Learn more about our employee resource groups in our most recent ESG report: https://ugiesg.com/
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The ELC is proud to celebrate #BlackBusinessMonth! The importance of Black businesses are critical to our families & communities and to the overall success of our economy. Black Business Month was created in 2004 when historian John William Templeton and engineer Fredrick E. Jordan partnered to advance the policies affecting 2.6 million African American businesses and develop greater economic freedom for Black communities. Since the late 1700’s, Black businesses have made critical contributions to America’s economy such as barbershops, tobacco shops, shoemaking shops, and other small businesses. The “golden age” of 1900-1930 was a time period when Black businesses began to boom, stemming from Jim Crow Laws segregating African Americans. The ELC’s purpose is to open channels of opportunity for Black executives to positively impact business and society. Join us through the month of August as we highlight and celebrate #BlackBusinesses and #BlackEntrepreneurs all month long! 🤎 #BlackOwnedBusiness #BlackCEOs #BlackWomenLead #BlackMenLead #BlackProsperity
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