Do new advances in technology create more of a racial equity gap?
Image created by the Interaction Institute for Social Change As a DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) consultant, I often work with the HR departments of organizations that are looking for ways to remove bias from their recruitment and hiring … Continue reading Do new advances in technology create more of a racial equity gap?
The March Theme: Crossing The Digital And AI Edmund Pettus Bridge
“From early soap dispensers neglecting to identify darker complected hands at the public bathroom sink, to discriminatory facial recognition technology, to the segregated communities of haves and have-nots of internet access, a technological Jim Crow is well on its way. Algorithms … Continue reading The March Theme: Crossing The Digital And AI Edmund Pettus Bridge
Sorry, AI Won’t Nullify “White” Guilt
I walked into the urgent care center. My throat was burning, and I had a fever. It had been three days, and I was pretty sure I had strep throat. As I approached the front desk, the intake nurse started … Continue reading Sorry, AI Won’t Nullify “White” Guilt
“A (Brotha) Man Far Ahead Of His Time-An Appreciation of The Incomparable Nat King Cole”
Common sense is anything and everything except common. Freedom ain’t free.Favor isn’t fair. Aside from death and taxes, there are very few things in this lifethat can be accepted as undeniable, undebatable, and irrefutable facts. Insofar as I’mconcerned, two such … Continue reading “A (Brotha) Man Far Ahead Of His Time-An Appreciation of The Incomparable Nat King Cole”
Founder and Editor, Kevin Robinson’s Guest Appearance On The Edge Podcast.
Nile Rogers, Good Times, and The Walking Bass
It was late 1979, and the snow was blowing under the breath and blusters of billowing wintry weather. I was a young driver. You know, one of those high school seniors who would not turn 18 until a year after … Continue reading Nile Rogers, Good Times, and The Walking Bass
Black History Month 2024: Exploring Black Artists’ Creative Process
This year, we commemorate Black History Month with a celebration of the arts and the African American artists whose work has transformed our culture. In my preparation for February, I have been drawn to the broad idea of Black creativity, … Continue reading Black History Month 2024: Exploring Black Artists’ Creative Process
Celebrating Neurodiversity: Black History’s Untold Stories
As a mother, I have tried to use Black history to inspire my son to look at the achievements of other individuals who share his cultural heritage. It has been a way to plant the seeds of inspiration which will … Continue reading Celebrating Neurodiversity: Black History’s Untold Stories
Harry Belafonte: A Legacy of Artistic Brilliance and Social Justice Advocacy
February marks Black History Month, a time to honor and celebrate the profound contributions of African Americans to the arts, culture, and societal progress. In the vast anthology of Black history, one name stands out as a beacon of artistic … Continue reading Harry Belafonte: A Legacy of Artistic Brilliance and Social Justice Advocacy
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