News by subject: DEI

Northwest Medical Arts (NWMA) invites the community to celebrate one year of making Puget Sound beautiful at their anniversary event on Saturday, April 20th from 2-5pm at 5350 Orchard Street W., Suite #202 in University Place. The year's best deals...

The Planning Center is delighted to announce that it has been named one of InvestmentNews' Best Places to Work for Financial Advisors in 2024 for the second consecutive year and the third time overall. This prestigious accolade recognizes The...

Researchers have developed a functional precision medicine approach that targets cancer by combining genetic testing with a new way to test individual drugs on tumor samples. The results of the clinical study were published today in Nature Medicine....

The Hispanic and Latino/a (H/L) population is a rapidly growing demographic and an economic powerhouse predicted to shape the future of the United States, yet they remain overlooked, stereotyped, and underrepresented in the U.S. workplace. Today...

San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) was recently honored with the "2024 Chartwell Best Practices Award" for developing and deploying the Public Safety Partner Portal, which offers a centralized digital hub for emergency preparedness, response, recovery,...

Partners in PROMISE, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting military children with special needs, announced the launch of their Ambassador Program. Through advocacy and promotion, ambassadors will help raise awareness about PiP and military...

Rural communities across Saskatchewan will soon establish or expand their public transit offerings after a federal investment of $6.1 million. Announced by Minister Sean Fraser, these 11 projects will help residents get around easily and...

Throughout history, members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community have made important military contributions, paving the way for others who continue to do so today. Regrettably, a legacy of discrimination has meant most of those men, women and gender diverse...

MillerKnoll, a collective of dynamic design brands, received the 2024 Disability Matters North America Award. Presented annually by Springboard Consulting LLC, the award honors companies for their innovative programs and successful strategies related...

The BC-based South Asian Society Against Discrimination (SASAD) supports a public call by award-winning lawyer and anti- racism advocate Joven Narwal for the British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC) to review and address systemic biases and...

Breakthru Beverage Group, a leading North American beverage distributor with operations spanning 16 U.S. markets and Canada, today published its 2023 Corporate Social Responsibility Report. The report, titled "Crafting the Future, Together," details...

Toyota Ventures, the early-stage venture capital arm of Toyota, announced two $150 million funds to expand its investments in startups developing disruptive technologies and business models at the forefront of innovation. The addition of the new...

A new independently produced series will encourage Canadians to learn about Indigenous history through powerful personal narratives and engage directly with Truth and Reconciliation. Hosted by award-winning Canadian...

Women seeking to enhance their midlife health without enduring the spectrum of perimenopausal to menopausal symptoms will find solutions at the WisePause Wellness Summit, taking place on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at the Skirball Cultural Center...

The Kroger Co. today announced it is kicking-off Cinco de Mayo with a four-week Latin flavors event. Customers are invited to experience savory Latin cuisine and explore the vibrant world of Latin flavors waiting for them at Kroger....

A group of investors and experts has launched the Alliance for Prosperity and a Secure Retirement (APSR). APSR supports public policies that improve and strengthen retirement opportunities for Americans. Members who have joined APSR and the Advisory...

Medavie Blue Cross (MBC) has partnered with sanoLiving to provide sanoMidLife to its members - a platform that will support women through every stage of their menopause journey.  ...

Giant Food, the leading greater Washington, D.C. regional grocery chain, today announces the release of its fourth annual Better Neighbor Report, which spotlights the company's efforts to serve its customers, associates, and communities. The fourth...

Goya Foods, the largest Hispanic owned food company in the United States, has partnered with The Jack Brewer Foundation to provide much-needed food relief and rescuing of starving children and adults in Haiti. The collaboration between these two...

Children's Minnesota is proud to announce the expansion of specialty care services at the Children's Minnesota Surgery and Specialty Center in Minnetonka. The expansion advances the pediatric health system's commitment to improving access to...

The Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, issued the following statement today on the International Day of Pink. "17 years ago, two students in Nova Scotia chose kindness. The seemingly small action turned into a...

Malaysia is setting its sights on the cruise tourism industry for the upcoming Visit Malaysia 2026. In 2023, Malaysia witnessed unprecedented cruise arrival figures, with its ports welcoming 1,055 cruise ships carrying 1,520,608 passengers?an 84.78%...

The International Awards Associate (IAA), together with the TITAN Women in Business Awards, are proud to announce that Lauren Von, CEO and founder of Quintessa Marketing, won the Gold Award in the Female Entrepreneur of the Year (Business > 10...

In celebration of six decades of artistic excellence and community impact, Harlem School of the Arts (HSA) proudly announces its 60th Anniversary Gala, to be held on May 20th at the Ziegfeld...

CGI today announced a partnership with the State of Minnesota on a $4 million, grant-funded research project, the "Advancing Equity in Child Support" initiative. The State's project will examine data to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion...

CDPQ published today its Sustainable Investing Report for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023. CDPQ actively contributes to advancing sustainable finance, and once again this year the report presents concrete actions taken to drive the...

Nucleus Healthcare (Nucleus), a premier staffing and recruitment agency based in Philadelphia has become a woman-owned business. Current CEO, Lynn Bruder, acquired Nucleus through NuForce, LLC, dba Nucleus Healthcare....

Standard i-FORCE turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine produces 278 horsepower, 317 lb.-ft. of torqueAvailable i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain produces up to 326 horsepower, 465 lb.-ft. of torqueAll-new Trailhunter is a Toyota built overlanding...

Recently, Kexing Biopharm (688136.SH) announced that the Phase III clinical trial of Human Interferon ?1b Inhalation Solution developed by its wholly-owned subsidiary, Shenzhen Kexing Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., had completed the enrollment of first...

Demetree Global, a leading multi-strategy family office based in Winter Park, Florida, announced today that Demetree Real Estate has successfully closed on a $10 million refinancing of a five-property portfolio within the Orlando market. Financing...

Caring Transitions, the leader in senior relocation and transition services, continues expanding its compassionate reach nationwide with its newest location in Virginia. Caring Transitions of Chesapeake will serve the Great Bridge, Greenbrier,...

The Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE), a nonprofit leader in international education and exchange since 1947, is proud to announce the election of three outstanding women to its Board of Directors. Dr. Roslyn Artis, Cheryl...

Inc. today announced its seventh annual Female Founders list, honoring a bold group of 250 women whose innovations and ideas are shaping the world into a better place. "Receiving this honor from Inc. is not just a recognition of our past...

The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) and How to Coach Kids (HTCK) co-developed by Nike and the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) have officially joined forces with the Million Coaches Challenge, a multi-partner...

Build-A-Bear Foundation, the 501(c)3 charitable arm of Build-A-Bear Workshop , continues its mission of adding a little more heart to life by sharing hugs, inspiring creativity, and supporting those in need with a new Foundation President and a new...

The Federal Court has approved an agreement ("Agreement") to resolve a certified class proceeding involving underpayment of certain disability pension benefits administered by Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC). The benefits were payable to members and...

Emigrant Bank is pleased to announce that Liz Nesvold, Vice Chair of Emigrant Bank and Chair of Emigrant Partners, has been named "Finance Executive of the Year" by Wealth Solutions Report (WSR), as part of WSR's 2024 Pathfinder Awards for Top Women...

Starting April 16, National Alliance for Hispanic Health and University of Texas will host the All of Us Journey, a traveling educational exhibit that brings the National Institutes of Health's All of Us Research Program to communities across the...

Starting April 16, RTI International, PrideNet, National Alliance for Hispanic Health in California, Asian Health Coalition, Community Youth Center, and University of California, San Francisco will host the All of Us Journey, a traveling educational...

Vitamin Angels celebrated its 30th anniversary by hosting an event in Anaheim, California on March 13th, the first evening of the Natural Products Expo West trade show. The event was sponsored by Nordic Naturals. Their contribution per attendee...

As one of the most LGBTQ+-friendly destinations in the world, Miami Beach is set to welcome all travelers to celebrate Miami Beach Pride. This year, visitors will be treated to a variety of activities and experiences, all in honor of Miami Beach...

QuikMedic and WellBe Senior Medical expand their relationship nationally by committing to partner in at least four more states in 2024. QuikMedic currently operates in 11 markets across five states including Georgia, Ohio, Illinois, West Virginia and...

Meijer announced today it will open two new 159,000-square-foot supercenters in Alliance and North Canton, Ohio, on May 14, increasing the retailer's store count to 55 in the state. The supercenters will feature all the products Meijer customers have...

Nathan McDonald, founder and owner of First Nations Inspection Authority (FNIA), announced the launch of one of the country's first Indigenous inspections agencies today. FNIA provides accredited inspection services for residential, commercial, and...

Respect Together, formerly the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape, will be hosting a series of events on Wednesday, April 10th, in commemoration of the 23rd annual Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) campaign. For the past 23 years, Respect...

Meijer announced today it will open its new 159,000-square-foot Hillsdale supercenter on May 14, bringing value and convenience in a one-stop shop. The supercenter will feature all the products Meijer customers have come to expect, including grocery...

Seagram's Escapes introduces Refreshers, a delicious new line of flavored malt beverages sweetened with cane sugar and real fruit juice. Available now in four different tropical flavors, Refreshers offers the perfect balance of refreshment and flavor...

Inc. Magazine announced its seventh annual Female Founders list, honoring a bold group of 250 women whose innovations and ideas are challenging the status quo and tackling some of the world's biggest problems. Among those honored is Jill Ellsworth,...

Shawn Patterson-Howard, Mt. Vernon Mayor and President of African American Mayors AssociationKilimanjaro Toussaint, NAREB Local Board PresidentDr. Courtney Johnson Rose, NAREB...

Grand Chief Jacques Tremblay of the Wolastoqiyik Wahsipekuk First Nation (WWFN) and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Consultation and...