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Why was Sidney Poitier such a critical figure for social justice?
Sidney Poitier played a pivotal role during the civil rights movement. After his recent passing, we remember him as an icon of the film industry.
Artificial Intelligence
Racial bias in AI is a big problem. This activist explains why
AI technology ethics are already being questioned, with critics saying systems could compromise privacy, target marginalized groups and normalize intrusive surveillance.
Better Business
Here’s how organizations can put intersectionality to work
Institutions need to incorporate an understanding of intersectionality into their policies and practices – including recruitment and leadership style.
Media, Entertainment and Information
4 ways media and entertainment could be more equitable and diverse
Examples of media, entertainment and sports brands that are bringing their diversity commitments to life.
United States
The 'Digital divide' hits rural Black Americans hardest, study finds
Nearly 40% of rural Black Americans have no internet at home and the lack of available services and cost contribute to the digital gap.
SDIS2021
Why tackling racism and racial injustice must be part of the Decade of Action
We have a moral and economic imperative to end racism and racial injustice. Here's what the World Economic Forum and GHR Foundation are doing about it.
Systemic Racism
In times of racial injustice, university education should not be ‘neutral’
Universities provide an environment to shape the world in which we want to live and help students contribute to an equitable world.
Systemic Racism
Racial and ethnic inequality has cost US economy $51 trillion since 1990
A new paper shows that racial and ethnic inequalities have cost the US economy $51 trillion in lost output since 1990.
Systemic Racism
3 vital steps for uprooting racism on university campuses
Universities can be places of exclusion as well as enlightenment – unless they are set up to provide upward mobility for all. Here's how to do it
Systemic Racism
How historically Black universities and colleges are drivers of U.S. growth
Since the first one was founded in 1837, historically Black colleges and universities have been vital in supporting and educating U.S. students of colour.
Workforce and Employment
Why the unconscious is the path of least resistance to eradicating bias in your workplace
Efforts to challenge discrimination and promote diversity have so far focused largely on conscious perceptions – which can end up reinforcing bias.
Systemic Racism
To fight discrimination, first you must understand how to measure it
Understanding the limitations and benefits of different approaches to measuring discrimination is vital if we're to fight it. writes an associate professor.
Systemic Racism
From raised fists at the 1968 Olympics to taking the knee: A history of racial justice protests in sport
Athletes have been given more freedom to express themselves at the Tokyo Olympics. But how far have we really come in the fight for racial justice in sport?
United States
To what extent does race affect computer ownership in the US?
A Pew Research Center survey has shown that Black and Hispanic adults in the U.S. are less likely than white adults to say they own a traditional computer.
Artificial Intelligence
Research shows AI is often biased. Here's how to make algorithms work for all of us
There are many multiple ways in which artificial intelligence can fall prey to bias – but careful analysis, design and testing will ensure it serves the widest population possible
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