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DeepDive Medical Racism Follow-Up Resources

Following a great conversation with Glahnnia “Renn’ee” Rates on the DeepDive Talkshow, here are several resources for viewers interested in learning more about medical racism, health equity, and patient advocacy…
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The Climate Crisis: Impacts on Social Equity

January 2024 As international organizations and governments become increasingly concerned about the current climate crisis, a stark truth has emerged: our global predicament is no longer limited to environmental calamity,…
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Racism in Sports: Part One

Sports dominate society in various cultural, social, economic and political forms. They provide a source of unity and entertainment for families, communities and societies. From international to collegiate level, individuals…
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The History and Continuing Relevance of the Black Panther Party

December 2023 If, in the current era of tense political division, normalized racism, and record hate crime frequency, you feel you’re living in a cataclysmic déjà vu reality, you’re not…
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Native American Heritage Month: Land Sovereignty, Food Decolonization, and Paths Forward

November 2023 November is National Native American Heritage Month (also called American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month), and it’s a time to celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, and histories…
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How Socially Conscious Art and Music Can Spread Anti-Racism

October 2023 Art and music have long been powerful media for social change. They can challenge the status quo, inspire empathy, and even catalyze movements. One of the most impactful…
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What you Should Know About Hispanic Heritage Month

September 2023 Each year from September 15 to October 15, millions of Americans celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. It’s a great time of year to learn about what it means to…
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“Whitelash” and Other Current Challenges to DEI in the Workplace

August 2023 Despite heightened public awareness around systemic racial inequalities, much of which was galvanized by the murder of George Floyd in 2020, there are now equally escalating challenges to…
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My Brother, Orieon Thurston – A Mentor who gives youth HOPE!

At ARCC we espouse taking action to drive positive change.  Taking action can take many forms. Some examples are: But another very important way to take action is to mentor…
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The Impacts of the National Affirmative Action Ban

On Thursday, June 29th, 2023, the United States Supreme Court ruled that affirmative action college admissions policies are unconstitutional. As a result of the ruling that began with the cases…
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