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Are Twenty-Five Years Long Enough? Diversity: Managing DifferencesDiversity: Managing RepresentationLegacy of Diversity
June 30, 2023

Are Twenty-Five Years Long Enough?

PREFACE Personally, I am pro-Affirmative Action; however, I also know that Affirmative Action has a limited life expectancy. I believe that an orderly transition is preferable to one characterized by divisiveness and turmoil. Toward that end, I have sought in this statement to stimulate thought and dialogue that can facilitate development of effective transition strategies for our country and its…
Dr. R. Roosevelt Thomas, Jr.
Requirements: A “Quiet Quitting” Antidote? Diversity: Managing DifferencesDiversity: Managing Workplace Culture
September 4, 2022

Requirements: A “Quiet Quitting” Antidote?

I caught up on some overdue reading over the holiday weekend and decided to wear my “Content Curator” hat today.  Everyone is talking about “Quiet Quitting” (QQ).  Per Wikipedia: The philosophy of quiet quitting is not abruptly leaving a job but doing exactly what the job requires, no more no less. The main objective of this mindset is avoiding occupational…
April Thomas
BLM Actions By Paradigm Uncategorized
April 14, 2021

BLM Actions By Paradigm

default Greetings Deconstructing Inclusion Participants: It was a pleasure meeting and talking with you. I look forward to continuing the conversation and sharing about the actions we've each taken! Click the link below to download the chart of BLM Actions by Paradigm. BLM Actions by Paradigm   Thank you, April Thomas CSO
April Thomas
The Sweetest Taboo Music Mondays
September 10, 2018

The Sweetest Taboo

The Sweetest Taboo Written by: Sade Adu, Martin Ditcham, 1985 (video) Performed by: Sade   Diversity Management Concept: Self-Awareness and Personal Development Welcome back Music and Diversity Lovers to the latest episode of Music Mondays. Diversity DJ here, spinning the virtual vinyl for your listening pleasure. We’re reaching back 33 years to a “The Sweetest Taboo,” a classic by a…
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Working Day and Night Music Mondays™
September 3, 2018

Working Day and Night

Music Mondays: Volume 1, Episode 4 Working Day and Night Written and Performed By: Michael Jackson, 1979 (video)   Welcome back Music and Diversity Lovers to the latest episode of Music Mondays. Diversity DJ here, spinning the virtual vinyl for your listening pleasure. Today is Labor Day. According to Wikipedia, “the holiday honors the American labor movement and the contributions…
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Girls Like You Music Mondays
August 27, 2018

Girls Like You

Girls Like You First Performed by: Maroon 5, 2018 (video) Cover: Walk Off The Earth, 2018 (video)   Diversity DJ note: The following are my insights and interpretations based on my experience with organizations who successfully practice diversity management. I have not interviewed @walkofftheearth, though I would gladly welcome the opportunity to do so!   4 Ways to Build A…
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Respect, Episode 2 Music Mondays
August 23, 2018

Respect, Episode 2

Music Mondays: Volume 1, Episode 2 Respect Written by: Otis Redding, 1965 (video) Cover: Aretha Franklin, 1967 (video) Performed by Aretha Franklin   Welcome back Music and Diversity Lovers to this special Double Edition of Music Mondays. Diversity DJ here, spinning the virtual vinyl for your listening pleasure. When we last met in Episode 1, we were listening to Ms.…
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Respect Music Mondays
August 19, 2018

Respect

Music Mondays: Volume 1, Episode 1   Song: Respect Written by: Otis Redding, 1965 (video) Cover: Aretha Franklin, 1967 (video)   Diversity Management Concept: Perspective and Requirements   Welcome Ladies and Gents to the first episode of Music Mondays sponsored by SDMS 360. Diversity DJ here, kicking off our virtual turntable party with a song that pays tribute to the…
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Music Mondays™ Music Mondays
August 19, 2018

Music Mondays™

Everyone talks about seeing diversity. But did you know we can hear it as well? Join Diversity DJ on Mondays to discover how Diversity Management plays out - literally - in the music of our pop culture. Each week we’ll showcase a song on our virtual turntable, discuss its aspects of diversity, and get our groove on at the same time.…
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