Articles tagged as: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
February 26, 2025
Indiana schools must end 'race-based' programming by Feb. 28 or risk losing federal funding
Indiana schools, colleges and universities are being told to consult with their lawyers and end race-based programs or risk losing federal funding.
Read MoreJanuary 22, 2025
Anti-DEI bills target instruction in Indiana classrooms, universities
Two Republican-sponsored bills would restrict how schools teach about and discuss issues like race, sexual orientation and gender in Indiana classrooms.
Read MoreMarch 13, 2024
New HSE Superintendent Pat Mapes on reading, diversity and transparency
Pat Mapes sat down with WFYI to discuss his plans for Hamilton Southeastern Schools.
Read MoreDecember 8, 2022
Workforce pilot program launched to support diverse workspaces
A new project from Business Equity for Indy will support Indianapolis-based businesses in making equitable and diverse workspaces.
Read MoreMay 19, 2022
Efforts to improve diversity in motorsports are ongoing
A recent panel discussion, “Full Speed Ahead” brought together leaders who work to increase inclusivity within the IndyCar Series.
Read MoreMarch 24, 2022
Library climate study finds Black employees have faced ‘offensive comments or harassment’
Roughly 22 percent of Black library employees reported receiving offensive comments or harassment from their colleagues related to their race in the past year, according to the climate study.
Read MoreFebruary 9, 2022
Indianapolis Public Library hires new diversity, inclusion and equity officer
A new diversity, equity, and inclusion officer is working to improve Indianapolis Public Library's working environment amid complaints of discrimination and inequality.
Read MoreFebruary 4, 2022
Indianapolis Public Library hires new diversity, equity and inclusion officer
A new diversity, equity, and inclusion officer has been hired in response to complaints in 2020 of racism and discrimination at the Indianapolis Public Library.
Read MoreOctober 25, 2021
Outside firm delivers recommended improvements to Indiana law enforcement
Gov. Eric Holcomb ordered the third party review more than a year ago, as part of his plan for greater diversity, equity and inclusion in state government.
Read MoreSeptember 7, 2021
Indy Public Library Interim CEO Talks About Plans To Build Relationships, Trust
The Indianapolis Public Library has come under public scrutiny after current and former employees complained of a toxic work environment and that their concerns were ignored by leadership. CEO Jackie Nytes resigned last month after a special board meeting and Chief Public Services Officer Jim Helling was appointed interim CEO.
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