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Spotlight on Black History Month

February is Black History Month in the US and Canada, a time to focus on the wide-ranging contributions that Black people have made to society. Organizations spotlight achievements in fields like science, academia, and politics through programming such as speakers and exhibitions. It is also a time to recognize the racism and inequities Black people have overcome and still face today.

Black women and the glass cliff

Women and people of color are more likely to be appointed to leadership positions and set up to fail during periods of organizational crisis in a phenomenon known as the glass cliff. Companies should focus on creating diverse leadership pipelines so that Black women will have more opportunities to advance into leadership positions.

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Workplace challenges

  • 36%

    is the percentage less than White men that Black women earn.

  • 43%

    of Black women say their manager shows interest in their career advancement.

Structural racism

Discriminatory laws and policies are built into the fundamental structures of our societies — labor, housing, education, voting, healthcare, and justice. They are deeply entrenched and have exacerbated inequality in almost every sphere of life.

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    Performance feedback and support crucial for retaining black employees

    Learn how feedback and sponsorship improve Black employee retention. Actionable strategies for HR leaders and managers to drive career advancement.

    • Inclusive workplaces
    • Recruitment and retention
    • Race, ethnicity, and culture
    • Sponsorship and mentorship
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    Black women still face a glass cliff, but fixing workplace systems can change that

    Understand what causes the glass cliff and three ways organizations can prevent the phenomenon.

    • Race, ethnicity, and culture
    • Career equity
    • Gender representation
    • Stereotypes and bias
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    More insights on black women and the glass cliff

    Thoughts from webinar participants on what it means to reach the top—only to be set up to fail.

    • Race, ethnicity, and culture
    • Inclusive workplaces
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    Racism in the workplace: Expert voices from around the world

    21 business leaders and scholars reveal the persistence of racism –and what we can do to move forward.

    • Race, ethnicity, and culture
    • Microaggressions
    • Stereotypes and bias
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    The impact of structural racism on black Americans

    Many disparities between US Black and White communities stem from a long history of discriminatory and dehumanizing laws and policies.

    • Race, ethnicity, and culture
    • Allyship and advocacy
    • Stereotypes and bias

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