Tag #Equity

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Uno Health Streamlines Access to Financial Aid, Averaging $4,500 in Annual Savings

Uno Health, cofounded by a former Google and Clover Health product leader, uses technology to simplify enrollment in 10 major government assistance programs, resulting in an average annual savings of $4,500 per user and addressing billions in unclaimed benefits.

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56% Bias Score

No Poverty
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North Carolina House Passes Bill Restricting DEI Initiatives

The North Carolina House passed a bill restricting DEI practices in state government, mirroring similar actions in other conservative states and the Trump administration; this follows Senate legislation and faces a potential veto from the Democratic governor.

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48% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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NSW Selective Schools: A System Under Pressure

In NSW, Australia, 17,559 year 6 students will compete for 4200 selective school places, prompting many parents to spend heavily on tutoring to improve their children's chances, despite 20 percent of places being reserved for disadvantaged students and the lack of transparency around entry scores.

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56% Bias Score

Quality Education
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Pace University Integrates AI into Curriculum and Operations

Pace University is integrating artificial intelligence into its curriculum and operations to prepare students for the future workforce, offering courses on AI literacy and ethics, and ensuring equitable access to these advancements.

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40% Bias Score

Quality Education
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Universities Roll Back DEI Initiatives, Impacting Students of Color

Amidst a nationwide rollback of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in higher education, prompted by federal orders and state actions, students of color at universities such as Michigan and Case Western Reserve are experiencing the loss of vital support systems, including scholarships...

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60% Bias Score

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NPS Reverses Edits to Harriet Tubman Webpage After Backlash

Following public outcry and media reports, the National Park Service (NPS) reversed unauthorized edits to its Harriet Tubman and Underground Railroad webpage that downplayed slavery, removing Tubman's picture and altering text, which were made without approval from NPS or Department leadership.

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32% Bias Score

Gender Equality
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Niceness" Hinders Workplace Inclusivity: Expert Advocates for 'Nerve'

Communications expert Amira Barger's upcoming book, "The Price of Nice," challenges the concept of workplace niceness, arguing that it hinders inclusivity and progress. Barger advocates for "nerve," a courageous approach to feedback and difficult conversations, offering a four-step framework for inc...

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56% Bias Score

Gender Equality
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Black-Owned Streaming Platforms Challenge Industry Norms with Equitable Revenue Sharing

Two new streaming platforms, Blacktivity and In The Black Network, are disrupting the entertainment industry by offering equitable revenue-sharing models and community support to Black creators, addressing the historical underrepresentation and exploitation of Black talent in media.

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40% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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Trump Administration's DEI Crackdown Impacts Students of Color

The Trump administration's crackdown on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in US colleges is leading to the elimination of crucial support systems for students of color, impacting their sense of community and access to higher education, with universities like Michigan and Case Western R...

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Roller Derby Athlete Crowdfunds for World Cup Trip

17-year-old Sheffield resident Tom Halsall is crowdfunding £5,000 to compete for Team GB at the Junior Roller Derby World Cup in Brisbane, Australia this summer; the niche sport lacks government or commercial sponsorship, forcing athletes to self-fund.

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40% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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Workplace Favoritism Drives Employee Exodus

A SideHustles.com survey shows 40% of U.S. workers considered quitting due to perceived favoritism; the problem manifests as special treatment, unfair assignments, and unequal access to flexible work, disproportionately affecting technology, education, and healthcare.

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40% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Higher Education's New Approach: Systemization for Shared Success

Higher education institutions are increasingly adopting systemization—a collaborative approach to sharing resources—to improve efficiency, enhance student outcomes, and address challenges like cybersecurity and equity; initiatives like California's Common Cloud Data Platform and Online Idaho demonst...

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24% Bias Score

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