A judicial appointment late last year brought another “first” to the history books. Magistrate judge and Texas native Irma Carrillo Ramirez was appointed as a United States circuit judge to the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. She is the first Latina woman to hold the position, the daughter of two Mexican immigrants working under The Bracero Program, and she was confirmed in an 80-12 vote. Under her new position, Ramirez will have appellate jurisdiction over district courts in Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas.Born and raised in Texas, much of Ramirez’s life has taken place in the state…
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By Jania Bailey It’s always a prime time to reflect on one’s journey and the lessons learned along the way. From my beginnings at a small bank in Kentucky to now serving as the CEO of an international franchise, my path has certainly been full of unexpected turns, especially as a woman leader in a traditionally male-dominated field. But these experiences are what shaped my approach to both leadership and business.The Long and Winding Road My career began as a secretary in the banking industry. With determination and an eagerness to learn, I worked my way up through various departments, gaining…
IRVINE, CA (April 2, 2024) – DiversityComm Magazine, renowned as one of America’s Top Diversity Magazines, as recognized by Google, is thrilled to announce the release of its latest issue. Each month, our publication proudly highlights diverse communities, and this April, we shine a spotlight on individuals with disabilities, featuring the extraordinary and highly successful Kodi Lee, a former winner of America’s Got Talent, in our cover story titled, “A Voice for Change.” Available in both digital and print formats on April 2, 2024, this issue is a celebration of diversity with a special emphasis on people with disabilities. Dive…
An Unparalleled Journey in Public Service We at DiversityComm welcome you to FORUM 2024, your gateway to an extraordinary experience in the public sector. With a theme centered on “Excellence in Service, Strength in Leadership,” this year’s FORUM promises to be bigger, bolder and more innovative than ever before. Held in the vibrant city of Baltimore, Maryland from April 3-7, 2024, this conference is your opportunity to immerse yourself in engaging topics, network with industry decision-makers and explore cutting-edge innovations in public administration. Why Attend FORUM 2024? FORUM 2024 offers a comprehensive 4-day experience featuring engaging topics ranging from the…
After years of advocacy on behalf of the LGBTQ+ community and debate amongst political groups, Greece has finally taken a crucial step in marriage equality. In late February, the country became the 21st nation in Europe to officially legalize same-sex marriage. Greece passed this legislation in a majority parliament vote despite heated debates in the midst of homophobic and transphobic speeches. The legislation was passed in a 176-76 vote and made Greece the first Christian Orthodox-majority country to legalize same-sex marriage.“[This law] will make the life of some of our fellow citizens that much better without—and I emphasize this—taking away…
At some point in our lives, it is more likely than not that we will need some form of assistive technology. In fact, 2.5 billion people living today are in need of some form of wheelchairs, glasses, prosthetics, hearing aids and other devices that fall under this category. Despite these numbers, only 10% of the people in low-income countries can access the technology they need to live more accessible lives; a staggering difference between the 90% of people in higher-income countries that can. Without access to these devices, millions of people are unable to work, go to school or live…
By Heather Florio Growing up, I always sensed that there was something off about me. It seemed like I constantly said the wrong things at the wrong time, struggled to connect with my peers and endured relentless bullying for being different. My brain operated in a distinct way—analytical rather than emotional. I sought refuge in the library, immersing myself in books that helped me make sense of the perplexing behaviors of my classmates during middle school.Reflecting on my thought processes, I acknowledge that my mind is incessantly working to connect people and ideas—it’s simply second nature to me. This…
The American Indian College Fund invites Native Americans working in academia to participate in Indigenous higher education policy listening sessions.Who should join: Indigenous faculty, student services personnel, and academic administrators whose research influences policy development or could be used for policy.Why: The College Fund is joining with Indigenous faculty, student services personnel, academic administrators, and higher education policy organizations to examine the state of Native Higher Education Policy and to offer recommendations to improve policy development and implementation.Purpose: Facilitators will engage participants in a recorded discussion that gathers information about scholars’ work, their interests in strengthening policy engagement, and insights…
By Quennette McCoy The Servicemembers’ Readjustment Act of 1944, commonly known as the GI Bill, was signed into law on June 22, 1944, by President Franklin Roosevelt as a means to assist returning service members with reintegrating into society through academic achievement. Without such an entitlement, many returning from World War II may have been unemployed for extended periods, as they could not gain the knowledge, skills and abilities of their counterparts who worked continuously throughout the conflict. In the years since then, this bill has been updated several times and has now settled into the most recent version…
Organizers of Commercial UAV Expo, the world’s leading commercial drone trade show and conference, have announced an impressive list of influential leaders in the commercial drone industry who will be participating on the Advisory Board. The Advisory Board will guide programming, recommend speakers, and deliver critical insights for the event. Select members of the Advisory Board will also assist with a new event scholarship initiative which will be announced later this spring. The 10th edition of Commercial UAV Expo will take place September 3 – 5, 2024 at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. “The Commercial UAV Advisory Board…
