Does your organization really want to end anti-Black racism? 4 ways to tell
Companies and academic institutions are scrambling to overhaul their diversity and inclusion (D&I) policies in the wake of widespread Black Lives Matter protests. Many of...
Celebrating women in engineering
June 23rd is International Women in Engineering day. In honour of it, we’d like to introduce you to the following engineers: DR. MAE JEMISON...
Juneteenth: Freedom’s promise is still denied to thousands
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New study suggests a racially-diverse team boosts productivity in tech
Having a diverse group of decision-makers whose voices are respected and suggestions acted on in a meaningful way is good for business.
18.2 million high-risk COVID-19 individuals underinsured in US
PHOTO COURTESY: REETHA FERGUSON/PEXELS/EDITED BY WE REP STEM. Even before the pandemic caused millions of Americans to lose their jobs and health insurance, 18.2...
We need to stop telling minority groups to ‘dull their shine’ at work
PHOTO EDITED BY WE REP STEM. NOTE: This story was originally published in July 2019. It has been updated with new information and re-surfaced....
A short history of Black women and police violence
This article was written by Keisha N. Blain, University of Pittsburgh. PHOTO CAPTION: Social justice activist, writer, and artist Piper Anderson speaking at “#SayHerName:...
Black Trans Lives Matter protests draw large crowds in the U.S.
“Today, I urge you to commit that today is the very last day that transphobia will claim the lives, loves, and joys of Black...
Celebrating Trans scientists
We’re shining a spotlight on Trans scientists, past and present. If you’re interested in connecting with more scientists, we invite you to search the...
When the academy wants you to be Black
... For quotas and funding -- but Sis, PLEASE don’t be Black (and loud) when it matters.