As Big Retailers Like Target Pull Back on D.E.I., What Happens to Black Sellers?
Black-owned brands got a foot in the door through accelerator programs at companies like Target and Amazon. Now they worry it might be closing.
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Study suggests consumer demand for Black-owned businesses
Restaurants that label themselves as 'Black-owned' see an increase in customer engagement, says a new Johns Hopkins study ...
Wisconsin suit accuses author of repeated sexual assaults
A federal lawsuit filed in Wisconsin accuses a renowned author of sexually abusing a New Zealand woman. Scarlett Pavlovich accuses Neil Gaiman, who the filing says lives in Menomonie, of having “a ...
OpenAI Unveils New Logo in Rebranding Push
ChatGPT-maker OpenAI unveiled a new logo, typeface (font), and color palette in a rebranding push. Although the changes are not very drastic, ...
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A Black Gen Zer’s message to brands: Cutting DEI policies comes at a cost
The decision to abandon DEI isn’t just morally questionable; it’s a strategic blunder. Companies such as Target, Amazon and McDonald’s are risking more than bad viral social media posts. They’re ...
Companies Are Avoiding the ‘DEI’ Acronym–Even If They’re Not Pulling Back on Diversity Initiatives
The White House is wiping diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives from the federal government. It’s prompting a shift in ...