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What is diversity of thought?  Our life experiences shape our ideas. Each individual gathers perceptions based upon their daily reality. Our culture, background, and unique personalities form how we think. How we think and interpret information influences our decisions in all aspects of life, affecting the trajectory of our choices in our education, religious and […]

What do you think? What do you believe? When were those thoughts and beliefs determined? And how were they determined?  For most of us adults, we reach a point at which we feel confident in our knowledge of how things work and in our beliefs about what is right and wrong or good and bad.

Small businesses are the backbone of our communities, and hiring diverse talent is crucial to their success. Hiring employees from different backgrounds can bring new ideas, experiences, and perspectives to a company, leading to increased innovation and improved business outcomes. However, finding and hiring qualified, diverse candidates can be a challenge for small business owners.

A celebration of culture, life, and community is something that is both appreciated and necessary in the eyes of those who aren’t always able to showcase what defines them. In the warmth of the June sun and under the always caring eyes of George Sayavong watching from above, the annual Asian Fest blooms and breathes

What is Juneteenth? Juneteenth is a federal holiday celebrating the commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. It lasts one day, and that special day is June 19th. You may keep reading if your interest has peaked about this amazing day; if not, this is your warning. Now, back to our main

Historically LGBTQ+ people were criminalized, lost custody of their children, and could be fired or denied housing simply for who they were. Because there were so few safe public places, gay bars were (and still are) a mainstay in the queer community. Police raids on gay bars were commonplace. On June 28, 1969, the New