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According to research, diverse teams make better decisions 87% of the time.... Now in the midst of the last leg of the summer term for students, I am reflecting on the work we do at ACEN (African Caribbean Education Network) to help Black students envision life beyond GCSEs and A'levels and how we support companies to diversify their workforce. Having co-hosted an early careers event in Manchester this year alongside my colleague Aisha Sanusi, it was inspiring to experience the palpable desire to excel as over 100 students found the time on a grey, cold afternoon after a long day at school to attend an inclusive and engaging information event at one of the leading global professional services powerhouses - PwC. Partnering with PwC's Talent Engagement team spearheaded by Sarah Delaney, attendees learned about how, where, and when to apply for the array of early career schemes on offer. The real highlight was the highly interactive Q&A session paneled by newly employed Black undergraduates and school leavers who had successfully gained places on PwC's paid graduate or college leaver programs. Witnessing the enthusiasm and determination of those in attendance, it is evident that these initiatives profoundly impact both students and corporate partners. The opportunity for students to interact with professionals, gain insights into the corporate environment, and visualise their potential futures fosters a sense of possibility and motivation. For corporations, these events are a valuable avenue to engage with diverse talent early, helping to break down barriers and build a more inclusive workforce. A diversified workforce is not only beneficial for social equity but also drives innovation, enhances decision-making, and contributes to increased profitability. We invite more companies to collaborate with us at ACEN to continue this vital work. Our national network uniquely positions us to bridge the gap between able Black students who have valuable contributions to make to the economy and EDI-progressive firms seeking to expand their talent pipelines. Get in touch.

Perhaps I'm just ignorant, but what and where and when is Diversity Equality and Inclusion relevant? Let's start with admittance and grades for QC courses. In my day those who scored the required SAT scores and had the required average in Highschool were accepted into QC. There was no discrimination. Just numbers. Everyone else could go to QCC and matriculate into QC for their Junior year. Diversity irrelevant. Equality, everyone got an equal opportunity, Inclusion standards were color blind and ethnic neutral. Now lets look at Main St. Flushing 1970 compared to today. Back then Diversity in all races and religions. Equality was go into a store with money and you got what you wanted. Inclusion All were welcome. Today's Main St. Flushing. 100% Asian language. 100% Asian business owned. What happened to Diversity? What's concerning is when the people in charge program AI. The one source of programming will end the 1st amendment. Then obviously old uninformed people like me will just have to accept the infallible explanations. Oh well. I guess the truth checkers will make it all right.

Welcome to the Georgia Southern History Department on LinkedIn! We are launching our official LinkedIn page, dedicated to fostering connections and sharing insights about the rich history of Coastal Georgia and beyond. Whether you are a current student, alumnus, faculty member, or history enthusiast, we invite you to join us on this journey through time. What to Expect: --Education: Dive into fascinating articles, historical facts, and research findings. --Events & Lectures: Stay updated on upcoming seminars, guest lectures, and community events. --Student & Alumni Spotlights: Celebrate the achievements of our students and alumni. --Research and Internship Opportunities: Learn about current research projects and how you can get involved. --Community Engagement: Discover ways to participate in preserving and promoting history. We believe that understanding the past is essential for shaping our futures. Join us by following our page, engaging with our posts, and sharing your own stories and experiences related history. Thank you for being a part of our community. Together, let’s bring history to life!

Opportunities are here that could help students identify and choose careers in agriculture! Check this out to learn how.

Here's a fantastic story of how an apprenticeship shaped this young women's life. Apprenticeships are probably the best way to earn while you learn with absolutely no cost to the apprentice BUT they are not the only way to get into the trades. Trades schools and On-The-Job (OTJ) Training are also pathways. As a matter of fact, my career started entirely with OTJ training and eventually some formal education later on. This is how we Bring Back the Trades, Inc ! #skilledtrades #BringBackTheTrades #apprenticeship

Leaders- share this with your principals! This will be a dynamic learning series that will definitely develop your principals into powerhouse leaders!

📚✨ Celebrating our spring courses! The Church and the Human Person! ⛪️ Throughout the course, they've explored the crucial intersection of faith and human dignity, delving into moral issues that impact society today. #courseTRS 202 • • • #TucsonBusinessCommunity #LocalCollaboration #SupportLocalBusinesses #PartnershipMatters #TucsonPride #CommunityDrivenEducation #StudentOpportunities #BusinessNetworking #CareerDevelopment #InternshipProgram #LocalEconomy #BuildingConnections #TucsonLeadership #EducationForAll

I was recently reflecting on how it feels when our dreams and goals don't come to pass. But do you know what sometimes feels worse than not achieving a goal? Others not believing that your goal is achievable in the first place. When I was at school, I had dreams of becoming a social worker. I remember excitedly speaking to my form tutor about it - eager to hear what steps I may be able to take to bring it to fruition. I was instead told that I'd be better off looking at a local factory, where I would MAYBE be able to get a role in one of the offices there. I can still remember how I felt during the conversation. For me, it wasn't that getting a role in an office in the local factory would have been a problem. It was that I had a vision, and a goal, and someone I entrusted with that goal didn't believe in me enough to give it the time of day. Maybe it was my race (I'm pretty sure it was), maybe it was a combination of factors. But the impact was the same - it made me second-guess myself. Many of us have young people in our lives, mentees, cousins, children, colleagues and I can't stress how important it is that we listen to them! To their goals, their dreams, their plans. Once they trust us enough to share, it's our responsibility to ensure they feel seen, heard and empowered as that may be the pivotal moment that propels them forward. So, check in with a young person in your life today, see what goals they're currently working towards and how they're feeling about it. For anyone seeking someone new to mentor and journey with, drop a comment below or DM me. I'd love to put you in touch with one of our amazing youth judges from the Black Talent Awards 🖤

Doesn’t it feel like all we talk about these days is AI? It tops every agenda now – from Davos to Dayton. Yes, we need to take it seriously and prepare: jobs will go away and many more will change – but how? As technology does more of the work on our behalf – for better or worse – distinctly human capabilities like creativity, critical thinking, clarity of expression, and caring for human experience will increasingly become the “hard” skills. Are we ready? Thanks to Michael Elliott and Emily Cameron Griffen for having me back to Amherst College (seriously, twist my arm…) to share a perspective on how a Liberal Arts education will prepare today's students for leadership in the future – in careers, yes – and also in life and as citizens of an increasingly complex society.

It was a busy start to National Careers week yesterday. Wonderful to have the opportunity to catch up with our alumni over lunch before whisking them off to their various talks which were absolutely packed full of students. Listening to the types of questions our students asked reinforced how important it is to have younger alumni coming back to give these talks. The job market is changing rapidly impacted by factors such as AI to remote working. It is essential that our alumni are on the pulse of all these changes in order to best advise our students. #nationalcareersweek #alumniengagement #alumnitalk