Diversity Deep Dive

Diversity and inclusion are built on the cornerstone of respect and acceptance. Yet, according to a recent study by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, almost 50% of LGBTQ workers remain closeted in the workplace.* It’s a time to ask are we creating safe spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves into the workplace. In the words of author, Steve Maraboli, “How would your life be different if you stopped making negative judgmental assumptions about people you encounter? Let today be the day you look for the good in everyone you meet and respect their journey.”

Established almost 20 years ago, DiversityInc continues to be the “Gold Standard” for companies who want to be recognized for their D&I efforts. As a trailblazer in diversity media and analytics, DiversityInc has earned the reputation as a credible source for rating premium companies on their diversity and inclusion-management programs. DiversityInc deploys a rigorous, objective, step-by-step empirically driven evaluation to globally recognized corporations each year with over 1800 corporations participating last year. A recent survey demonstrates that many of the employers on this list consistently outperform the Dow Jones Industrial Average, in many instances year over year.

The United Nations established 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to impact the world by 2030.* SDG goal number 5 is focused on achieving gender equality and empowering all women and girls. Today our guest, Mariela Romero, is inspiring women and girls every day in her role as the Regional Community Empowerment Director for Univision Communications as well as the anchor and host of Conexión Fin de Semana.
Mariela has received 23 Emmy Awards from the Academy of Television Arts – South East region – and was named by the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce one of the 50 most influential Latinos. In 2019 she was awarded the Olga C. de Goizueta Award by The Latin American Association. Mariela holds a degree in Journalism from Universidad Católica Argentina as well as a degree in Social Communications from Universidad de Belgrano. She also studied TV Broadcasting and Production in Buenos Aires, Argentina. She is a native of Caracas, Venezuela. She is a proud mother to her 19 year son Mateo. On top of her impressive accomplishments; she is diligently engaged within her community to educate and encourage women across all cultures and embodies true global citizenship.

A recent survey conducted by Catalyst, reveal that 48% of working parents believe that they will need to reduce their hours or move to part-time work in the coming months due to the impact of COVID-19. Furthermore, the study highlights that nearly 33% are fearful that they will lose their employment in the next six months. Undoubtedly, COVID-19, is having a catastrophic impact on working families. This global pandemic has exacerbated the struggle of working parents’ ability to successfully integrate work and home life priorities. From the loss of adequate childcare, elder care or after school programs, many working parents are being forced to scale back on their career trajectory and focus on their home responsibilities. For single parents without a sufficient support system, COVID-19 has led to an increase in mental health stress and burnout.

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