Ragan Insider Robby Brumberg
Creating a sense of genuine belonging in the workplace
It takes more than words, webinars and holiday observances. True inclusion requires long-term investment—and better storytelling.
Diversity and inclusion
Justin Joffe
Ben & Jerry’s offers tips on anti-racism statements, Americans report increased summer travel plans, and NYC schools eliminate remote learning
Also: Hotels.com analyzes your dreams, Instagram offers new metrics, and pregnant CEO rejects doubtful investors.
Ted Kitterman
A year after the death of George Floyd, advocates look to the future
As activists and internal advocates continue to push for DE&I change, improved economic equality in the marketplace and more, the conversation is far from over.
Tina-Marie Adams
The opportunity for action on DE&I after a year of protest
As organizations look to assess their progress over the past year, here are some of the ways you should look to have an impact.
Ragan Insider Robby Brumberg
How to make sustainable DE&I strides in 2021 and beyond
Bristol Meyers Squibb’s head of talent strategy shares guidance on keeping your progress moving onward, upward and forward.
Ragan Insider Ted Kitterman
How Jacobs is making the transition from DE&I commitment to action
A year after the murder of George Floyd launched a worldwide reckoning on race, here’s how one leader is showing results and demonstrating progress.
Justin Joffe
Venmo responds to privacy vulnerability, consumers want companies to address social justice issues, and Twitter users roast CDC guidelines
Also: Retailers relax mask rules for shoppers, Palm Springs art museum blushes over Marilyn Monroe statue, and WarnerMedia & Discovery announce a merger.
Ted Kitterman
How communicators can make a difference in stopping anti-Asian hate
The Museum of Public Relations hosted industry leaders for a discussion of the Asian-American experience in the industry and how comms leaders can make a difference in their communities.
Ayana King
4 tips for developing empathy as a comms leader
The ability to put yourself in someone else’s shoes might seem like an ingrained character trait, but there are exercises to help hone this essential communications skill.
Justin Joffe
McDonalds, Lyft and Uber push vaccine messaging and services, Black employees see less progress on DE&I, and Chipotle promises wage hike
Also: Mattel wants to recycle old Barbies, YouTube offers funds to compete with TikTok for influencers, insights from Ragan’s Communications Benchmark Report, and more.
Ragan Insider Ted Kitterman
How to get white allies to take meaningful action on DE&I
Research shows that there is a perception gap between Black and white employees over the current progress of DE&I initiatives. Here’s how to keep white allies engaged in a long-term effort.
Justin Joffe
Facebook upholds Trump ban, Consumers trust doctors and educators over business leaders, and Basecamp employees resign following tense meeting with leadership
Also: Beer companies celebrate Cinco de Mayo, Spotify responds to artist protest, Twitter acquires ad-blocking subscription service, and more.
Justin Joffe
Well-being tied to business outcomes in Aon survey, EPA requires orgs share emission reduction strategies, Gates’ divorce underscores change comms messaging
Also: Twitter launches Spaces, Expedia partners with influencer to ease travel fears, World Press Freedom Day celebrated, and more.
Justin Joffe
Kentucky Derby launches equity initiative, consumers buy more from environmentally friendly brands, and Grammys eliminate secret nomination committees
Also: Omnicom celebrates Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Facebook pursues messaging encryption, University defends firing of whistleblower professor and more.
Justin Joffe
Cruise industry cooperates with CDC, consumers buy more from brands they trust, and tobacco companies respond to proposed menthol ban
Also: NYC mayor promises July reopening, Twitter tests business profiles, Dish Network calls T-Mobile ‘The Grinch’, and more.
