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06/02/2021

How Business Schools are Adapting to Promote Diversity...

Shout out to University of Washington Foster School of Business, Ross School of Business, Columbia Business School and Stanford Graduate School of Business for taking the lead. 💪

https://www.ypmedia.co/post/how-business-schools-are-adapting-to-promote-diversity

In 2020, most people under 18 in the United States are non-white. By 2045, the entire US population will be a “majority minority”. Yet, institutions across the country often fail to reflect the racial diversity of American society.

05/24/2021

"Education is the passport to the future. For tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today..."

https://www.ypmedia.co/post/telling-an-authentic-mba-story-from-an-under-represented-minority-perspective

Originally published on May 26th, 2020 on mba.com Telling an authentic story is an essential part of the application process. As you craft your narrative, you want to tell a story that is true to who you are, resonates with the admissions committee, and highlights the traits you possess that will he...

04/14/2021

Trey Lamont, owner of Downtown Seattle's only black owned restaurant, opens up about his land fund initiative, racial justice, and obstacles he has faced during Covid.

Jerk Shack

https://www.ypmedia.co/post/jerk-shack-exercise-in-resilience-how-one-land-fund-can-revolutionize-a-community

We sat down with Trey Lamont, owner of Jerk Shack, downtown Seattle's only Black-owned restaurant, and discussed his land fund, racial justice, and obstacles he has faced during Covid.

01/21/2021

For those of you who missed "RISE UP! A Storytelling Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr." on Monday, the show was amazing and we wanted to give you the opportunity to view the recording.

This special event featured award-winning, nationally recognized musicians and storytellers.

The proceeds from this event benefitted The Ally League Fund in Seattle, whose mission is to combat racism by helping allies move from empathy to action. The Ally League amplifies Black-owned businesses by introducing quality products from Black entrepreneurs to allies and providing technical support to their affiliated companies.

You can still donate to The Ally League Fund at https://www.ypcommunities.com/ally-league-fund.

Special thanks to STORY JAM and Melanin Stories Matter for making this such a memorable and impactful event! 🙌

https://youtu.be/PsoonU5Zh9Y

Story Jam, Melanin Stories Matter, and 1000 Cuts present an inspirational storytelling, music, and spoken word performance centered on the legendary words of...

01/18/2021

Join Melanin Stories Matter, StoryJam, and YP Media for RISE UP! A storytelling tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Tonight's virtual evening will be packed with nationally recognized BIPOC storytellers, spoken word artists, and original music from Story Jam - supporting the storytellers. Get your tickets now at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rise-up-tickets-133877014755?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch&fbclid=IwAR08Btq7hsoRZRjLLkmnuSopYsfQV7vuTSf9M_wfELVzKq2UIDoev9gvNY0

https://hubs.li/H0D-_q70

Join three powerhouse storytelling organizations come together to pay tribute to Dr Martin Luther King Jr's I HAVE A DREAM speech through Storytelling, origi...

10/30/2020

Join us for another conversation about discrimination and corporate/organization accountability.

Opening note from special guest

10/30/2020

Today is the day! Register now to join us today at 11:30 for " | United Way of King County" with President & CEO, Gordon McHenry Jr.

There's still time to register to ensure you receive the Zoom link for this engagement. Join us for this new live episode of our popular event series on fighting the pandemic of .

Register now at http://www.ypmedia.co/event-details/beyond-words-united-way

10/15/2020

Gabe Martinez - Father | Husband | Friend

Here is his story:
https://hubs.li/H0xzGbS0

10/13/2020

Becca R - Artist

Here is her story:
https://hubs.li/H0xzJTf0

10/08/2020

Carlos Cardenas - Brother | Educator | Mentor

Here is his story:
https://hubs.li/H0xsSjK0

10/06/2020

Ozzie Lucca - Business Owner | 1st Generation American

Here is his story:
https://hubs.li/H0xsSG50

10/06/2020

"It's not our differences that divide us..."

If the 1000 Cuts 'Community Update' didn't hit your inbox this morning, it's time you subscribe.

https://mailchi.mp/ypmedia/1000-cuts-some-updates-557659

09/15/2020

In case you weren't aware: Today marks the beginning of Hispanic Heritage month. Stay tuned for 1000Cuts stories from the Latinx community.

If you have a story to share, follow the link: https://hubs.li/H0wjtQD0

09/04/2020

Let's not forget, agism is a form of discrimination. We don't check ID at the door. 😉

An enthusiastic attendee at yesterday's community discussion...

09/03/2020

Our event begins in less than an hour!

Register at the link below if you'd like to tune in to hear from local activist and podcaster Eula Scott Bynoe at 11:30am and CEO/Cofounder at Glowforge, Dan Shapiro at 12:00pm about and how Glowforge is breaking down .

https://www.ypmedia.co/event-details/beyond-words-glowforge

A Virtual Discussion Series by 1000 Cuts, bridging the gap between people of influence (executives and government officials) and the communities they serve.

09/03/2020

"To live and work someone else's dream takes a toll..."

The 1000 Cuts Community Update is out:

https://mailchi.mp/ypmedia/1000-cuts-some-updates-557591

09/02/2020

Join Beyond Words tomorrow as we hear from local activist and podcaster Eula Scott Bynoe at 11:30am, followed by Dan Shapiro of Glowforge at 12pm!

Don't forget to register for the event at the following link so you are sent the Zoom link to attend!
https://lnkd.in/gewUcvp

A Virtual Discussion Series by 1000 Cuts, bridging the gap between people of influence (executives and government officials) and the communities they serve.

08/24/2020

Shana Emile - Lawyer
Here is her story. ❤️
https://buff.ly/2FGzr1t