This Sunday, 12/18, marks the beginning of Hanukkah - The Jewish, eight-day “festival of lights.” Traditionally, this holiday is celebrated by lighting the menorah every night, singing prayers and eating special foods like latkes! Wishing all who celebrate a Happy Hanukkah!

Wishing an early Merry Christmas to all who celebrate! We hope that this season is merry and bright, bringing you and your family joy and happiness!

Today marks the beginning of Kwanzaa! Kwanzaa is an African American and Pan-African holiday celebrated over 7 days with the lighting of symbolic candles. "Kwanzaa brings a cultural message which speaks to the best of what it means to be African and human in the fullest sense."

Wishing you a happy, healthy New Year! In 2023, we urge you to set new intentions! Resolve to ask more questions. We guarantee that with practice, you'll feel much more comfortable asking for help & see the huge benefits! You never know who is willing to help until you ask...

Happy New Year! We're here to help you set some resolutions - and actually keep them! Similar to asking for help effectively, be SMART: specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and time-bound! Read more: hubs.la/Q01wh1wK0

With the economic slowdown, Glassdoor reported that DEI initiative spending decreased last year. We all know the story - the budget gets tight and "extra" programs get cut. However, we are here to tell you that you should NOT cut your DEI budget. read why: hubs.la/Q01whbdC0

Just a fun little tidbit: Do you consider yourself to be superstitious? Tomorrow is Friday the 13th, which many people believe is a day of bad luck. DYK: There's actually a psychological term for the fear of 13? It's called triskaidekaphobia! hubs.la/Q01whm0m0

Today is Martin Luther Kind Jr. Day. This year's theme is: "It starts with me. Cultivating a beloved community mindset to transform unjust systems". Visit hubs.la/Q01wh00H0 to learn about volunteer and donation opportunities!

If you're looking for a "Chicken Soup for the HR Leader's Soul" guide book, this article is about as close as it gets. Whether your company has begun to launch DEI initiatives or not, this article will help you to take 6 thoughtful steps... hubs.la/Q01whpf90

This Sunday, Jan 22, is the Chinese New Year! Also known as the Lunar New Year, 2023 is the year of the Rabbit. In Chinese culture, the rabbit is a symbol of "longevity, peace, and prosperity." Wishing all who celebrate a Happy New Year!

Today is International Holocaust Remembrance Day. The UN urges everyone to "honor the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust and millions of other victims of Nazism and to develop educational programs to help prevent future genocides." hubs.la/Q01whbdL0

Today marks the beginning of Black History Month! "This month is an opportunity to reconcile with the past, pave the way for a more just future, and celebrate all the amazing figures who have taken their place in the annals of Black History." hubs.la/Q01zk8Fc0

We have all seen the major layoffs happening across tech companies in the last few months, but what does it mean for DEI?! While DEI jobs have become highly coveted roles in the last few years, the recent layoffs are hitting those roles hard. read up: hubs.la/Q01zkRbC0

Happy Valentine's Day! While today has become something of a "Hallmark Holiday", it actually has deep historical roots in the Catholic Church. Regardless of how many chocolates or flowers your receive today, we wish you and your loved ones a joyous day!

"Lent comes providentially to reawaken us, to shake us from our lethargy." - Pope Francis. Today is Ash Wednesday! To those who celebrate, we hope today is a time of reflection and promise.

When it comes to DEI initiatives, companies made quite a few mistakes last year - according to Ashton Jackson at CNBC. Take a look at this article for more details on what went wrong and how to right the ship: hubs.la/Q01zlKqH0

Happy International Women's Day! While you are probably seeing special sales at your favorite retailer, today is actually about a lot more than just appreciating women. This year's theme is "#EmbraceEquity". Learn more here: hubs.la/Q01D5CtZ0

Today we recognize Harriet Tubman! (Harriet died on March 10th, 1913 from pneumonia.) She is most famously known for her work on the Underground Railroad, helping herself and many other slaves escape to freedom. Read more: hubs.la/Q01D5Cy60

Ramadan Mubarak to those who celebrate! Today marks the beginning of Ramadan, an Islamic Holiday in which Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, attend prayer, read from the Quran, spend time with family and engage in charity and giving. more here: hubs.la/Q01D5-3J0

Happy Pride Month! If you've been following along with the media, you're definitely not a stranger to the current struggle that is corporate pride celebrations. Check out this article (hubs.la/Q01RXfMW0) which discusses 6 ways to authentically celebrate Pride at work.