During the COVID-19 pandemic, employee diversity and wellness came under the spotlight like never before. Corporations sought to support workers both in the office and at home, and a major pre-pandemic cultural shift completed its arc. In addition, employers have been making significant strides in diversifying their workforces. Focusing on diversity and offering innovative benefits that … Continue reading Supporting Employee Diversity and Wellness – by Julia Morris→
Dr. Zibin Guo: Professor of Medical Anthropology at University of Tennessee Chattanooga. He specializes in teaching and conducting research in the field of medical anthropology. He employs an applied anthropological approach to study human beliefs and practices related to physical and mental health; and to develop innovative programs to promote populations’ well being in the … Continue reading Dr. Zibin Guo: Tai Chi for Wellness→
I recently enrolled in MBSR (Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction) course at Chattanooga’s Mindfulness Center, along with several other mature women. One of the items on my mindful To Do list was to attend a wellness panel co-hosted by Chattanooga’s Jewish Federation and Hadassah, a women’s organization with decades of involvement in healthcare of Israelis and Palestinians … Continue reading Wellness Resolutions for Mature Women – by Deborah Levine→
CARING FOR OURSELVES & OTHERS In our busy worlds, we often tend to overlook our health and well-being and don’t make wellness a priority. The American Diversity Report has long supported writers sharing stories and strategies for the wellness of individuals and communities. The ADR has now added wellness and well-being podcasts that focus on … Continue reading Wellness & Well-Being Podcasts→
Apply for a Podcast interview with Deborah Levine (scroll down for Categories) PREPARATION: 5 Minutes before recording on the scheduled date, we’ll discuss the information that you provide in the form below and answer any questions you have. LENGTH: Podcast interviews are 20-30 minutes. CONCLUSION: Towards the end of the podcast, I will ask … Continue reading Podcast Interview Form & Logistics→
DIVERSITY REPORT PODCAST ADR podcasts featured interviews with diverse movers & shakers and innovative change makers. Hear about their cutting-edge work with workplace inclusion, cross-cultural communication, and creative team building. Be inspired by their stories of making a difference for individuals and communities. Apply for a Podcast interview with Deborah Levine (scroll down for … Continue reading Podcast Logistics→
How History and Social Identity Shape Unequal Environmental Access Environmental inequality in the United States did not emerge randomly. The “green divide”. in which affluent, less diverse neighbourhoods enjoy parks, cleaner air, and sustained environmental investment while marginalised communities face pollution and neglect, is rooted in long-standing social, political, and historical patterns. Understanding this divide … Continue reading The Green Divide – by Olya K-Mehri→
ADR MONTHLY PLANNER We encourage submissions from all our readers and writers. Consider focusing on the major themes and/or subtopics for each calendar month. Join us in addressing the vital issues of our time. DEADLINE: 15th of each month NOTE: The ADR is on summer break June-August, beginning again in September. There is no December … Continue reading Diversity Calendar Themes→
Writing your Final Resume “It’s hard to know when to respond to the seductiveness of the world and when to respond to its’ challenge. If the world were merely seductive, that would be easy. If it were merely challenging, that would be no problem. But, I arise in the morning torn between the desire to … Continue reading Your final job interview is with yourself – by Martin Kimeldorf→
Introduction Inclusive environments that promote growth, collaboration, and innovation are the intended purpose of workplace and academic settings. However, for neurodivergent individuals, these spaces can often lead to distress. This article aims to explore the specific challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in these environments, focusing on the bullying and discrimination they encounter, the assumptions made … Continue reading Impact of Bullying on Neurodivergent Individuals – by Linda Crockett, Debanjan Borthakur→
