Tag Archives: discrimination
Racist or Not?: ‘Love and Hip Hop’ Episode Shines Light on Workplace Discrimination
The jury's still out, but here's how to deal with a case of your own
A heated exchange of racial references on Love and Hip Hop brings to light instances…
By Jamie Harrison
Rhonda Lee Case: Was Responding to Ignorance Worth It? I Don’t Think So
Sometimes it's best to pick professional battles wisely
Meteorologist Rhonda Lee was fired after responding to a viewer's racially charged Facebook comments about…
By Janell Hazelwood
Wet Seal Discriminated Against Black Manager, Says Federal Agency
The former manager and two other black former Wet Seal managers filed a federal race discrimination lawsuit against the company.
Corporate managers had openly stated they wanted employees who had the ‘Armani look, were white,…
By C. Daniel Baker
A Brand of Exploitation: ‘Sweet Browns’ of the World, Please Have Several Seats
Shucking and jiving for checks is just not my cup of tea
Sweet Brown, enough is enough. (Image: File)
Sweet Brown, I’ve had enough.
Some of us chuckled and…
By Janell Hazelwood
Coming Out of the Closet at Work: Is it Easier for Young Professionals?
Statistics say many find it difficult. Here's how you can cope
Despite popular perception that young people are more comfortable with their sexual orientation, many are…
By Jamie Harrison
One is the Loneliest Number: How to Cope with Being the Only Minority
Tips for handling those awkward---and frustrating---moments with class
Tips to help you navigate a workplace where you’re the only minority—whether race, sexual orientation…
By Jamie Harrison
Do We Really Have to Give Up Culture for Ultimate Career Success?
I'd beg to differ, but in reality, it's up to us to choose the yay or nay
Whether it’s our name, mannerisms, interests, or values, is it necessary to sacrifice the cultural…
By Janell Hazelwood
HBCU Employee Says She was Fired for Being White
Woman says university wouldn't have fired her if she was black
Woman says university wouldn’t have fired her if she was black
By Gerren Keith Gaynor
NAACP Files Discrimination Complaint With NY Elite High Schools
Group says city's high schools discriminate against minorities
Group says city’s high schools discriminate against minorities
By Gerren Keith Gaynor
Bank of America Accused of Bias in Managing Foreclosed Homes
Big bank is hit with discrimination complaint
Big bank is hit with discrimination complaint
