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Kendrick Kelsey of Atlanta is committed to creating a better future, drawing inspiration from his family history to fuel his hope for the next generation. He shares, "There's a lot of history here; some we try to forget and some we can't." In collaboration with @changenarrativellc, @projectdrawdown celebrates Black History Month by honoring just a few of the incredible Black leaders featured in Drawdown's Neighborhood—a climate solutions short documentary series passing the mic to climate heroes who often go unheard. View Kendrick's full story here: https://lnkd.in/gyj4nJPQ Atlanta is the birthplace of Dr. Martin Luther King and Rosa Parks, and the city's Auburn Avenue is known for its rich history of convening civil rights leaders and as a historical epicenter of Black business, excellence, and innovation. Racism is also part of that past, and Kendrick shares the heartbreaking reality that racism is also in the present and that it will continue, hurting the people we love. To have a better future, all people deserve to be part of imagining what a more vibrant and bright version of it will look like, one in which our future generations will be well and thriving. Climate change and racism are inextricably linked; both are functions of systems that treat both people and the planet in exploitive and extractive ways. As such, identifying and implementing just solutions to the climate crisis means we must seek opportunities to address multiple issues together to create a better world. What would a better world look like to you? We invite you to imagine. What are the sights and sounds, who would be there, and how would it make you feel? #drawdownsneighborhood #blackhistorymonth #climatesolutions #projectdrawdown #climateaction

The Power of Representation Representation matters. The underrepresentation of Black individuals in leadership roles perpetuates a cycle of non-inclusivity and lack of awareness. A mere 3.2% of executive or senior-level positions are held by Black professionals, a glaring disparity that undermines the effectiveness of diversity and inclusion initiatives. "Diversity is being invited to the party; inclusion is being asked to dance," says Vernā Myers, VP of Inclusion Strategy at Netflix. Organizations must actively elevate Black voices in decision-making roles to dismantle systemic barriers. This includes implementing mentorship programs and leadership development initiatives and ensuring diverse perspectives are present at the table. Dive into our blog post, "Unmasking the Barriers: The Journey of Black Americans with Disabilities in the Workplace" Part 2 of 5, https://lnkd.in/g73x_ZYr At Baker Consulting, we understand the complexities of creating accessible and inclusive workplaces. Our READI2B framework is designed to help organizations navigate this journey with empathy, courage, and strategic vision. We work closely with businesses to assess their current practices, identify areas for improvement, and develop comprehensive plans that prioritize the needs of marginalized communities, including Black Americans with disabilities. Reach out to us today to learn how we can support your organization in dismantling barriers and embracing equity. #DiversityEquityInclusion #DEI #EquityForAll #InclusionMatters #Accessibility #Equality #Disabilities #WorkplaceCulture

something to think about. a very practical and pragmatic man.

IDLO’s 2023 Annual Report, “40 Years of Creating a Culture of Justice”, highlights the relevance of IDLO’s mandate and underscores the importance of our work during another challenging year for the rule of law, justice and human rights across the globe.

Throughout South Carolina, we’ve been building upon a track record of economic development success for several decades. While that momentum has continued to push us onward and upward, the South Carolina Department of Commerce recognizes that no one — no company, nor industry — is immune from the technological advancements happening throughout all business sectors.     With a nod to our heritage, an eye toward the future and a spirit of embracing innovation, S.C. Commerce today unveiled our new agency brand and tagline, Launch to Legacy. Ultimately, we want businesses to know that Launch to Legacy reinforces the fact that you can start, thrive, expand and build a legacy right here — and S.C. Commerce will be there to support you, every step of the way.    The rebranding process has taken over a year and involved many of our key partners and stakeholders to ensure representation across as many industry verticals as possible. It’s been a thoughtful and deliberate process, uncovering and focusing on some of South Carolina’s greatest attributes. We’re proud of the result, and we’re excited for what the future of economic development holds throughout our state!    Learn more about #LaunchToLegacy, including what it means according to a few South Carolina CEOs, in their own words: https://lnkd.in/ebmuS-vJ 

When training new hires in records management, I always emphasize how subtlety important accurate preservation of history is. In this example, if we didn't have on record how diverse the 19th-century West was we'd only have Hollywood depictions to rely on. An unreliable narrator at best!

In my Africana Studies classes the discussion would sometimes come up about the statement, “I don’t see color.” And the issue with that statement is, if you don’t see color, you don’t see me. Visibility is important, hints the quote, “You can’t be what you can’t see.”, and the saying, “Representation matters”. Both of which speak to visibility…. His response was very spot on and well put. We can’t fix issues that are not visible, and therefore are not seen. And I state both because, though some things are visible to someone, that doesn’t mean that they’re seen by everyone. #Perspective #RepresentationMatters #DEIMatters