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How the Pandemic Affects Us: Voces Latinas (Blog Post)
Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month, staffers Corin Ramos, a Chicana, and Tahiana Abad, a Dominicana, share their personal stories.
5 Challenges Women Face in the New, Uncertain Workplace—and What Leaders Can Do to Help (Blog Post)
The pandemic is rolling back much of women’s progress in the workplace. Here’s what leaders must do to build a more equitable future.
How to Get More Women of Color into the Boardroom (Blog Post)
Catalyst's Meesha Rosa speaks about board readiness, sponsorship, and the ongoing work of the Catalyst Women On Board™ initiative.
Dow CEO: Coming Out Made Me a More Inclusive Leader (Blog Post)
No one should be afraid to bring their whole self to work, says Dow Chairman & CEO Jim Fitterling.
After George Floyd: Addressing Racism at Work (Blog Post)
Like many organizations, Catalyst redoubled its commitment to antiracism. This is the story of our Expanding Dialogues initiative.
Don’t “Fake It Till You Make It" in the Workplace (Blog Post)
Employees' mental health, wellbeing, and ability to be their true, authentic selves all impact their engagement at work.
5 Positive Lessons from Parents During Covid-19 (Blog Post)
Five mothers at Catalyst talk about lessons learned about family and parenting during the pandemic.
5 Must-Read Books on Workplace DEI (Blog Post)
Catalyst's Kim Doyle recommends books on diversity, equity, and inclusion for people in various stages of their DEI journey.
Creating a ‘How Are You?’ Culture: Insights From the Future of Work Summit (Blog Post)
Our 2021 conference showed how to tackle inequities and build an inclusive culture - because the future of work is now.
Want to Challenge Anti-Asian Racism at Work? (Blog Post)
Three things you should never do, and two actions you should always take, when you witness anti-Asian racism.
A Course on Emotional Tax and Racism: 6 Perspectives (Blog Post)
"I had no idea the journey it would take me through," said Human Resources Senior Director about new course.
14 Racial Equity Terms You Should Know (Blog Post)
Learn the vocabulary you'll need for conversations about antiracism in the workplace.
10 Key Takeaways From the 2021 Catalyst Awards (Blog Post)
The 2021 Catalyst Awards, our largest event ever, affirmed that progress won’t pause, because equity can’t wait.
“Open the Kimono”: A Misogynist and Racist Business Phrase (Blog Post)
Racist and misogynist language can lead to tragic outcomes, such as the March 2021 Atlanta murders of Asian American women.
Chobani Founder & CEO on Putting Humanity First (Blog Post)
Hamdi Ulukaya, Founder/CEO, Chobani, shares how diversity and inclusion have been the key to his company’s success.
#BlackHistoryMonth: Present-Day Heroes Are Role Models For My Daughter (Blog Post)
My daughter’s school lacked resources, and lessons about Black history were relegated to one month of the year.
Beware Performative Allyship: 3 Signs to Look For (Blog Post)
Expressing solidarity isn’t enough. Here are a few things to watch out for.
Where Workplaces Are Heading in 2021 (Blog Post)
Changes to the workplace, says Catalyst's Lorraine Hariton, provide clear takeaways on what could lie ahead.
6 Surprising Takeaways From the MARC Summit (Blog Post)
Catalyst’s first Men Advocating Real Change conference provided some stunning lessons—even for the organizer.
Is Remote Work Overrated? (Blog Post)
As the pandemic drags on, some question the future of remote work. They’re missing the big picture.