A small fraction of top executives are Black and the diversity chiefs tapped to fix this problem often struggle to boost inclusion due to a lack of adequate authority to drive deep change. Read more at https://t.co/4Dx4xioQ1l
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The @Microsoft Airband Initiative provides access to affordable broadband, devices and digital tools and resources - exemplifying how Corporate America can successfully address the digital divide. Read more at https://t.co/W3h9CGCxUz
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As part of a month-long Giving Tuesday campaign, @DellTech launched the Dell Trade In and Give program - a collaboration that addresses two major problems: technology waste and accessibility. Read more at https://t.co/3DwrMm9z6Z
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This article by @Forbes provides insight into the impact of corporate monetary donations compared to that same money being used to stimulate internal initiatives to advance racial equity. Read more here: https://t.co/eCD1MvMrZD #takeonrace#racialequity#allyship
@PayPal is demonstrating the greater impact that we can have when we work together towards racial equity. Read more about their $135 million dollar investment in financial institutions at https://t.co/E4g1X44Qd0.
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@Target is delivering on the Target Forward Strategy by co-creating an equitable future to help everyone thrive by impacting a multitude of racial barriers to create sustainable success. @Target is helping fuel economic prosperity in Black communities by investing $100 million.
@REI has launched Path Ahead Ventures to invest $30 million in 300 founders of color as they start and scale their businesses in the outdoor industry. REI will leverage its network, capabilities and community to partner with BIPOC entrepreneurs to build their businesses faster.
A critical component of equity in education is how resources like funding are allocated. @INROADS has created the Community of Action to directly address these needs through impact investments. Today, the CoA is stronger thanks to a $10 million grant from @SouthernCompany
Students who lack access to a reliable computing device & wi-fi connectivity do not have access to education. The @CincyBell UniCity program is addressing digital equity by building on a foundation of connectivity through fiber and high-speed public Wi-Fi networks.
Addressing inequities in access to employment is not an easy fix, nor one easily addressed by Corporate America. The Take on Race coalition provides connection to experienced companies in order for aspiring DEI leaders to learn how to quickly broaden the impact of their programs.
We are excited to be working with @DellTech this #GivingTuesday. Donate your devices to help students in need and visit https://t.co/4Mw6ydSbcx to learn more about the One Million Connected Devices! Initiative