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Quick Note: The January 20, 2025 Executive order that sought to terminate DEI and follow-up actions to halt funding for DEI programs is rippling through the nonprofit industry. The irony that outright censorship is now being used to ‘cancel’ people and organizations that care about diversity and progressive values is rich from those that labeled all… Read more »
Indigenous Peoples’ Day is celebrated across the United States on the second Monday in October and is a Federal Holiday as of 2021. The day celebrates and honors the cultures and contributions of Native Americans and Indigenous peoples. However, the second Monday in October is still celebrated by 14 states and about 130 local governments… Read more »
It is essential for companies to have a clear and concise diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) style guide. This document ensures that everyone in an organization is on the same page when it comes to using language in a way that is respectful and accurate. What is a style guide? A style guide is a… Read more »
The Inclusivity Tool was designed to help content creators follow the best practices around using inclusive language. Many organizations have been working with marginalized populations for decades while the study of how language impacts culture is only in its infancy. As a starting point, the Inclusivity Tool defines 9 categories of non-inclusive speech: Category Explanation… Read more »
When you’re applying for a job at a nonprofit or charity, it’s especially important to make sure your resume is inclusive. If the people reading your resume feel you don’t understand the importance of considering other people and their needs, they might not want to hire you. Using inclusive language in your resume can help… Read more »
