by Jopwell
November 15th
To honor Native American Heritage Month, let’s shine a light on three contemporary Native American changemakers who are making an impact within the Native American diaspora today. Plus, check out our list of resources to learn more about Native heritage and history.
by Caroline Moreno
September 13th
LatinX Heritage Month is a time to honor our culture and achievements, but it's also a reminder of the hurdles we face in the workplace. From language barriers to feeling like an outsider, LatinX professionals deal with a lot in the day to day.
by Jeff McClellan
September 6th
The phrase “not a good fit” continues to echo in the halls of workplaces and interview rooms, often leaving employees and candidates questioning its true meaning. But what does it truly mean to "fit"?
by Ryan Williams
July 5th
While there is much to discuss regarding affirmative action's impact and potential failings, as CEO of Jopwell, I want to express a simple sentiment: we stand with you.
June 7th
Now that Juneteenth is a national holiday, corporations have been jumping on board, and giving the holiday the recognition it deserves. Here are some ways employers are celebrating Juneteenth.
May 31st
In honor of Pride Month, let's celebrate three activists of color who challenged societal norms and changed the makeup of the LGBTQIA+ movement forever.
by Britney Peart
June 21st
When possessing multiple marginalized identities, bringing your whole self to work can be risky for professionals of color. Embrace these values to create a sense of belonging and advance racial equity in the workplace.
April 27th
Jopwell is joining True Platform companies AboveBoard and True Search in mission to address diversity at every stage of the recruitment lifecycle.
March 15th
This Women’s History Month, we honor the Black women who paved the way for civil and women's rights throughout history. Their work inspires women today to continue the fight for their place at the table.
by Shaniqua Blossomgame
February 22nd
There is no doubt that Imposter Syndrome is real, especially for Black professionals. Here are three things you can do to help maintain a healthy mental state in the workplace.
by Marcus Miller
February 15th
Rarely do we hear about these 3 business moguls and entrepreneurs who opened the economic doors of opportunity for future generations of Black folk.
by Surayya Walters
February 8th
DEI isn’t just for large businesses, it’s for everyone. As a DEI entrepreneur, these are my tips for those navigating DEI in small businesses and startups.
by Kayla Botelho
November 29th
Making the jump to a new company is exciting and rewarding. But how do we know if a company actually practices DEI before we accept a new role?
by Lyrica Fils–Aimé
October 25th
Black Excellence pushes our culture to strive for a high level of achievement and success. Often we lean into this, but at what cost?
by Dr. Devon Lee
June 30th
On July 5th, 1852, Frederick Douglass described July 4th as a reminder of “the gross injustice and cruelty” that defined Black existence. Douglass’ words alluded to future freedom being fraught with conflict, struggle, and a need to heal.
by Margot Elise
June 17th
At its core, Twilio strives to foster a culture rooted in DEI and seeks to empower its employees—also known as Twilions—to bring the best and most authentic version of themselves to work.
May 27th
With such an important mission set out Jopwell founder, Porter Braswell asked David Steeplemen, Co-Founder of Sixth Street, to share his journey from journalism to law, and now to Sixth Street.
by Porter Braswell
May 25th
It’s been two years since the murder of George Floyd, and I’m wondering: how are we all feeling? Does it feel like we’ve maintained the energy that exploded across the country after May 25, 2020?
May 23rd
Through the Juneteenth looking-glass, we are able to see the pomp and circumstance of intergenerational trauma and subjugation.
April 18th
Merriam-Webster recently expanded the definition of racism to include systemic racism. Allyship has inherited the evolution that reflects the history that has been made in a post–Breonna Taylor and George Floyd era.