Racism in the Dog Community – Resources
This article provides resources and information on racism in the dog training community, including a range of websites, articles, and podcasts.
Read MoreHomestead Act (1862)
Passed on May 20, 1862, the Homestead Act accelerated the settlement of the western territory by granting adult heads of families 160 acres of surveyed public land for a minimal filing fee and five years of continuous residence on that land.
Read MoreHow to Increase Diversity in the Dog World
More trainers, from more cultures, can only be good for all dogs and people who need help with training.
Read MorePerspective on Juneteenth
Junteenth is the oldest celebration of the end of slavery and America’s newest holiday, also known as “Freedom Day” or “Emancipation Day.” Juneteenth has been celebrated by Black people in America for generations and takes place annually on June 19. The holiday is a combination of the words “June” and “nineteenth.” President Abraham Lincoln issued…
Read MoreThe Juneteenth flag is full of symbols. Here’s what they mean
CNN — You might see another red, white and blue flag flying this weekend over state capitols and city buildings. That banner with a bursting star in the middle is the Juneteenth Flag, a symbolic representation of the end of slavery in the United States. The flag is the brainchild of activist Ben Haith, founder of the National Juneteenth Celebration Foundation…
Read MoreWhat Is Juneteenth? Here’s Why We Honor the Federal Holiday
A key American historical event finally received federal recognition in recent years: June 19, 1865—the day all people living in the United States, including the formerly enslaved, were officially granted freedom. On June 17, 2021, President Joe Biden signed a bill into law making the day known as Juneteenth a national holiday. Everything you need to know about why we commemorate June 19.
Read MoreCelebrating Pride Month at Work
As a responsible and socially conscious member of the office, it’s important to recognize the significance of Pride Month at work and take an active role in promoting a more accepting and inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Read on for 10 Unique Ideas for Celebrating Pride Month at Work.
Read MoreRamadan: What to say (or not say) to your Muslim friends
For about 2 billion Muslims around the world – almost a quarter of humanity – it’s Ramadan, the holiest period in the Islamic calendar. This year, the first day of Ramadan’s sunrise-to-sunset fasting began at sunrise on Thursday, March 23, and lasts until the evening of Thursday, April 20. There are about 3.45 million Muslims in the…
Read MoreWhat to do About Microaggressions in the Workplace
An article from The Modern Manager: Have you ever tried to compliment someone but it landed wrong? Or maybe you were the intended recipient of a compliment that irked you instead of bolstered you? One potential explanation is microaggressions.
Read MorePronouns & Email Signatures – One Step to an Inclusive Workplace
An original article that looks at the intersection of pronouns, marginalization, allyship, and privilege.
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