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The Access Board
The Access Board is an independent Federal agency devoted to accessibility for
people with disabilities. It operates with about 30 staff and a governing board
of representatives from Federal departments and public members appointed by the
President.
ADA Technical Assistance Program
A comprehensive resource for information on the Americans with Disabilities Act
and accessible information technology too.
The Affirmative Action and Diversity Project This site presents diverse opinions regarding Affirmative Action topics; rather
than taking a singular pro or con position, it is designed to help lend many
different voices to the debates surrounding the issues of affirmative action.
This site is an academic resource and it provides scholars, students, and the
interested public with on-site articles and theoretical analyses, policy
documents, current legislative updates, and an annotated bibliography of
research and teaching materials.
American-Arab Anti Discrimination Committee
ADC is a grassroots civil rights organization which welcomes people of all
backgrounds, faiths and ethnicities as members. ADC is committed to: www.adc.org.
Empowering Arab Americans; 2. Defending the civil rights of all people of Arab
heritage in the United States; 3. Promoting civic participation; 4. Encouraging
a balanced U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East and; 5. Supporting freedom and
development in the Arab World.
American Civil Liberties Union
The ACLU is our nation's guardian of liberty. We work daily in courts,
legislatures and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and
liberties guaranteed to every person in this country by the Constitution and
laws of the United States. Our job is to conserve America's original civic
values - the Constitution and the Bill of Rights.
Americans for Indian Opportunity
Americans for Indian Opportunity is a national nonprofit advocacy organization
headquartered on the Santa Ana Pueblo reservation in New Mexico. AIO catalyzes
and facilitates culturally appropriate initiatives and opportunities that enrich
the cultural, political and economic lives of Indigenous peoples. Founded by
LaDonna Harris (Comanche) in 1970, AIO draws upon traditional Indigenous values
to foster enlightened and responsible leadership, inspire stakeholder-driven
solutions, and convene visionary leaders to probe contemporary issues and
address challenges of the new century. AIO's American Indian Ambassadors
Program, a Native American community capacity-building leadership development
effort, is designed to help early to mid-career Native American professionals
strengthen, within a cultural context, their ability to improve the quality of
life, well-being and growth of their communities. AIO also seeks to create new
avenues for international Indigenous interaction to influence globalization.
American Institute for Managing Diversity
AIMD is a research and education institute committed to demonstrating the power
and potential of diversity management. Founded in 1984, AIMD was the first
national, nonprofit diversity think tank created for the purpose of advancing
the field of diversity management. It is known as the innovator of
research-based information on diversity management issues. AIMD has provided
individuals and organizations an opportunity to take proactive measures to make
their work place and community better environments for all.
Americans with Disabilities Act Home Page
This site provides information and technical assistance on the Americans with
Disabilities Act
AmeriStat
AmeriStat was developed by the Population Reference Bureau and the Social
Science Data Analysis Network in partnership with demographer Bill Frey and a
team of his colleagues from the University of Michigan and the State University
of New York at Albany. The site gives instant summaries -- in graphics and text
-- of the demographic characteristics of the U.S. population.
Anti-Defamation League
The immediate object of the League is to stop, by appeals to reason and
conscience and, if necessary, by appeals to law, the defamation of the Jewish
people. Its ultimate purpose is to secure justice and fair treatment to all
citizens alike and to put an end forever to unjust and unfair discrimination
against and ridicule of any sect or body of citizens
Arab American Institute
Founded in 1985, the Arab American Institute (AAI) is a nonprofit organization
committed to the civic and political empowerment of Americans of Arab descent.
AAI provides policy, research and public affairs services to support a broad
range of community activities.
Black Engineer
Career Communications Group, Inc (CCG) was founded almost 20 years ago with a
unique mission: To promote significant minority achievement in engineering,
science and technology. As a minority-owned media services company, we recognize
the mandate to promote excellence to our youth by telling the stories of the
thousands of unheralded people striving for success. Through our inspiring
magazines, award-winning syndicated television programs, and annual national
conferences, CCG reaches thousands of Black students and professionals each
year.
Black Engineer of the Year Awards Conference
Career Communications Group, Inc (CCG) was founded almost 20 years ago with a
unique mission: To promote significant minority achievement in engineering,
science and technology. As a minority-owned media services company, we recognize
the mandate to promote excellence to our youth by telling the stories of the
thousands of unheralded people striving for success. Through our inspiring
magazines, award-winning syndicated television programs, and annual national
conferences, CCG reaches thousands of minority and women students and
professionals each year.
Black Issues in Higher Education
Black Issues is the nation's only news magazine dedicated exclusively to
minority issues in higher education. Published bi-weekly, Black Issues brings
in-depth and up-to-date coverage of the diverse education community, including
African Americans, Native Americans, Asian Americans and Hispanic Americans, as
well as Americans with disabilities and women to every college and university in
the United States.
Bureau of Indian Affairs
The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) responsibility is the administration and
management of 55.7 million acres of land held in trust by the United States for
American Indians, Indian tribes, and Alaska Natives. There are 562 federal
recognized tribal governments in the United States. Developing forestlands,
leasing assets on these lands, directing agricultural programs, protecting water
and land rights, developing and maintaining infrastructure and economic
development are all part of the agency's responsibility. In addition, the Bureau
of Indian Affairs provides education services to approximately 48,000 Indian
students.
Business Women's Network
Since its founding in 1993, the Business Women's Network has been a premier
place for thousands of professional women around the globe in their search for
solutions. Whether you're starting a business, climbing the corporate ladder,
working towards career satisfaction and work life effectiveness, or running a
leading organization, BWN has the resources and contacts you need to succeed.
Catalyst, Inc.
Catalyst is the premier nonprofit research and advisory organization working to
advance women in business, with offices in New York, San Jose, and Toronto. The
leading source of information on women in business for the past four decades,
Catalyst has the knowledge and tools that help companies recruit, retain, and
advance top talent and enable women to reach their potential. Our solutions
oriented approach-through Research, Advisory Services, Corporate Board
Placement, and the Catalyst Award-has earned the confidence of global business
leaders.
Civil Rights Litigation Resource Center
The Civil Rights Litigation Resource Center provides online support and
resources to its participating lawyers including an interactive news pages,
filled with timely articles of interest to the civil rights community. At the
heart of the CRLRC is the online library of training manuals, briefs and
practice materials.
Civilrights.org
Civilrights.org is a collaboration of the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights
and the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights Education Fund. Its mission: to
serve as the site of record for relevant and up-to-the minute civil rights news
and information.
The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
The mission of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) is to develop
the next generation of Latino leaders. Our vision is an educated and civically
active Latino community who participates at the local, state, and federal policy
decision-making levels. CHCI seeks to accomplish its mission by offering
educational and leadership development programs, services, and activities that
promote the growth of participants as effective professionals and strong
leaders. In the spirit of building coalitions, CHCI seeks to establish
partnerships with other Latino and non-Latino organizations.
The Council for Disability Rights
On national, state, and local levels, the Council for Disability Rights advances
the rights of people with disabilities. The Council promotes public policy and
legislation, public awareness through education, and provides information and
referral services.
Council for the Advancement of Hispanic Leaders
The Council for the Advancement of Hispanic Leaders is made up of a diverse and
committed group of professionals representing institutions of higher learning
that are committed to identifying and addressing the barriers to the highest
quality education that deserving Hispanics may encounter.
The Council on Quality and Leadership
The Council on Quality and Leadership is at the forefront of the movement to
create opportunities for people to lead the lives they choose and to improve the
quality of services and supports for people with disabilities and mental
illness.
Cuban American National Council, Inc.
It is the goal of the Cuban American National Council, Inc. to provide
education, housing and community development services to needy individuals from
diverse racial and ethnic groups with a focus on Hispanics and minorities.
The Cuban American National Foundation
The Cuban American National Foundation (CANF) is a non-profit organization
dedicated to advancing freedom and democracy in Cuba. Established in Florida in
1981, CANF is the largest Cuban organization in exile, with thousands of members
across the United States and other countries, representing a cross section of
the Cuban exile community as well as friends of Cuban freedom from around the
world.
Departmental Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Transportation
The Departmental Office of Civil Rights (DOCR) is the designated advisor to the
Secretary on civil rights matters. The DOCR director provides leadership,
policy, guidance, monitoring, and technical assistance to the "Operating
Administration" (OA) in implementing DOT's civil rights responsibilities. Each
OA has an Office of Civil Rights, or individuals assigned these
responsibilities, to ensure civil rights compliance for their respective
organization and programs.
DisabilityInfo.gov
This easy-to-use Web portal is a directory of government Web links relevant to
people with disabilities, their families, employers, service providers and other
community members.
Disability Resources, Inc.
Disability Resources, inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization established to
promote and improve awareness, availability and accessibility of information
that can help people with disabilities live, learn, love, work and play
independently.
Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund Founded in 1979 by people with
disabilities and parents of children with disabilities, the Disability Rights
Education and Defense Fund, Inc. (DREDF) is a national law and policy center
dedicated to protecting and advancing the civil rights of people with
disabilities through legislation, litigation, advocacy, technical assistance,
and education and training of attorneys, advocates, persons with disabilities,
and parents of children with disabilities.
Diversity, Inc.
Diversity, Inc. provides education and clarity on the business benefits of
diversity by positioning diversity as a strategic business opportunity. They
produce DiversityInc, the magazine as well as the Business Case for Diversity,
an annual 300+ page report on the bottom-line benefits of diversity.
Diversity Best Practices
Diversity Best Practices is a member-based service for companies and government
entities to exchange best practices around diversity issues and build diversity
management and resources. Diversity Best Practices is a management resource that
assists diversity leaders in the development of their fully integrated diversity
programs that incorporate the functions of all lines of business.
Diversity Central
This archive holds the articles previously published in the hard copy journal,
Cultural Diversity at Work. This is the first installment of this one-of-a-kind
database. It will eventually hold more than 1000 hard copy articles published in
the journal beginning in October 1988 through March 2000. Because Cultural
Diversity at Work has always focused on the process of diversity management,
building inclusive organizations, and preparing people for global business
success, these articles remain timely and relevant today.
Diversity Factor
Published since 1992, The Diversity Factor - now a quarterly electronic journal
- has been recognized as a leading source of information in the fields of
diversity and organizational development. Our authors - executives, thought
leaders, academicians, consultants and researchers with years of experience -
keep you informed of what's really happening in the business sector, as well as
in education, government, non-profits, the arts, media and in the communities.
We provide both theory and practice since neither alone can provide sustained
impetus for change.
Diversity Initiative
In 1990, the Human Services Personnel Collaborative (HSPC) established the
Diversity Initiative to provide technical assistance and funding to nonprofit
human services and cultural organization committed to creating greater racial,
ethnic and cultural diversity within their staff and boards. We are delighted to
provide this web site to bring greater understanding of the issues, challenges
and achievements that are a part of this important work.
Diversity Resources, Inc.
Diversity Resources provides information and training materials on diversity and
multicultural issues in the workplace.
Diversity Standard Assessment Tool
Increasingly, organizations in both the public and private sector are seeking to
maximize value from their pursuit of equity and diversity initiatives. They
recognize that issues of fairness can have a significant impact on employee
productivity, employee satisfaction, customer value, and ultimately the success
of the organization in achieving its business objectives. What's been missing is
an effective tool to help organizations assess where they are and build action
plans for moving forward.
DiversityWeb
DiversityWeb is the most comprehensive compendium of campus practices and
resources about diversity in higher education that you can find anywhere. This
site is designed to serve campus practitioners seeking to place diversity at the
center of the academy's educational and societal mission.
Diversity World
A website which offers a comprehensive directory of websites (US & Canada) for
enhancing the effective participation of people with employment barriers in the
workplace, online discussion groups ("e-Affinity groups") for communication on
topics of workforce diversity, free Newsletters on Diversity/Career topics., and
an online store of products related to workforce diversity and livelihood
development.
DOE Office for Civil Rights
The mission of the Office for Civil Rights is to ensure equal access to
education and to promote educational excellence throughout the nation through
vigorous enforcement of civil rights.
DOI Office for Equal Opportunity
The mission of the Office for Equal Opportunity is to develop and enforce civil
rights and equal opportunity programs pursuant to existing laws, Executive
Orders and regulations and to ensure equal opportunity for all Departmental
employees and Federally assisted programs by the Department.
DOL Civil Rights Center
The Civil Rights Center enforces various Federal statutes and regulations that
(1) prohibit discrimination in DOL financially assisted and conducted programs
and activities; (2) prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability by
certain public entities and in DOL conducted activities; and, (3) prohibit
discrimination within DOL itself.
ElPuebloNet
ElPuebloNet is the first Pennsylvania-based site dedicated to examining issues
affecting the Commonwealth's Latino population in the areas of education and
youth leadership. It is part of the State System's public service mission and
its commitment to the Latino community.
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
The EEOC site includes information about equal employment opportunity and
different types of discrimination.
Equal Opportunity Publications, Inc.
Since 1968, Equal Opportunity Publications, Inc. (EOP) has led the way from
affirmative action to diversity recruitment by publishing career magazines for
women, members of minority groups, and people with disabilities. EOP has a
successful record of helping job-seekers from underrepresented groups find
employment and in aiding companies and government agencies eager to recruit from
this diversified workforce.
Freedom Forum
The Freedom Forum is a nonpartisan foundation dedicated to free press, free
speech and free spirit for all people. The foundation focuses on three
priorities: the Newseum, First Amendment freedoms and newsroom diversity.
HBCU Central
HBCU Central is currently striving to be a cohesive link between all
Historically Black Colleges and Universities worldwide. The forum is currently
focused on providing free information and services for the HBCU community;
including both currently enrolled and prospective students, parents, faculty and
alumni.
HBCU Mentor
HBCUMentor is a student services website representing the statewide and
independent colleges and universities of HBCU.
The HBCU Network
The HBCU Network is a community that facilitates professional and social
networking for the upwardly-mobile Black College graduate.
Hispanic College Fund
The Hispanic College Fund, Inc. (HCF) is a private non-profit organization
founded in 1993 to develop the next generation of Hispanic business leaders in
America by awarding scholarships to deserving Hispanic students. HCF
accomplishes its mission by securing the funds needed to award financial
assistance to students seeking to afford a higher education in academic
disciplines leading to careers in business.
Hispanic Employment Program
The Hispanic Employment Program (HEPM) was established to focus specific
attention on the needs of Hispanic Americans in all areas of federal employment.
Here you will find information about Hispanic culture, activities, employment,
recruitment, speakers and other helpful information.
Hispanic Engineer and Information Technology
Career Communications Group, Inc.(CCG) was founded 20 years ago with a unique
mission: To promote significant minority achievement in engineering, science,
and technology. As a minority owned media services company, CCG recognizes the
mandate to promote excellence to our youth by telling the stories of the
thousands of unheralded minority professionals striving for and achieving
success in the burgeoning world of technology.
Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education
The Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education is published 26 times a year. It is the
sole Hispanic journal on today's college campus that reaches a broad cultural
audience of educators, administrators, students, student service and
community-based organizations, plus corporations. Each edition brings forth the
significance of communication in academic circles, the importance of positive
learning experiences, the contributions of both Hispanic and non-Hispanic role
models, and constructive observations on policies and procedures in academia.
Hispanic Scholarship Fund Institute
The Hispanic Scholarship Fund Institute (HSF Institute) was created in 2001 to
extend the impact of the Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) on the achievement of
Latinos in the United States. Working with HSF on the goal of doubling the rate
of Hispanic college graduates by the year 2010, the primary focus of HSF
Institute is to engage the public sector in support of Latino higher education
achievement
HUD Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity
HUD's Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity administers federal laws and
establishes national policies that ensure all Americans have equal access to the
housing of their choice.
Human Capital Institute
The Human Capital Institute is a networking organization, think-tank and
clearinghouse for the newest ideas and most innovative strategies in human
capital management. The membership represents a coalition of professionals who
share the excitement of recruiting, hiring and empowering great people to build
great companies. The process of acquiring the best talent and achieving the
maximum return on human capital relies on a cooperative exchange of information,
ideas and knowledge between all stakeholders.
Job Accommodation Network
A free consulting service designed to increase the employability of people with
disabilities by: 1) providing individualized worksite accommodations solutions,
2) providing technical assistance regarding the ADA and other disability related
legislation, and 3) educating callers about self-employment options.
JustGarciaHill
JustGarciaHill is committed to increasing the number of minorities entering
science careers and to celebrating contributions to science by minority
scientists. With the JGH portal we hope to provide a supportive environment that
would stimulate underrepresented minorities to pursue and strengthen scientific
output in the United States and improve the health and well being of minority
populations.
Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund
Founded in 1968 in San Antonio, Texas, the Mexican American Legal Defense and
Educational Fund (MALDEF) is the leading nonprofit Latino litigation, advocacy
and educational outreach institution in the United States. MALDEF's mission is
to foster sound public policies, laws and programs to safeguard the civil rights
of the 40 million Latinos living in the United States and to empower the Latino
community to fully participate in our society.
The Multicultural Advantage
The Multicultural Advantage includes both an information center and a career
center.
National Advisory Council on Indian Education
The Council advises the Secretary of Education concerning the funding and
administration (including the development of regulations and administrative
policies and practices) of any program. The Council consists of fifteen members
who are Indian (including Alaska Native), and are appointed by the President
from lists of nominees furnished, from time to time, by Indian tribes and
organizations. The fifteen members represent different geographic areas of the
United States.
National Alliance for Hispanic Health
The National Alliance for Hispanic Health (the Alliance) is the Nation's oldest
and largest network of Hispanic health and human services providers. Alliance
members deliver quality services to over 12 million persons annually.
National Asian Pacific American Legal Consortium
Founded in 1991, the National Asian Pacific American Legal Consortium works to
advance the human and civil rights of Asian Americans through advocacy, public
policy, public education, and litigation. In accomplishing its mission, NAPALC
focuses its work to Promote Civic Engagement, to Forge Strong and Safe
Communities, and to Create an Inclusive Society in communities on a local,
regional, and national level.
National Center for the Dissemination of Disability Research
Established in 1995, the NCDDR performs research, technical assistance and
demonstration activities focusing on the dissemination and utilization of
disability research funded by the National Institute on Disability and
Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR).
National Council on Disability
The National Council on Disability (NCD) is an independent federal agency making
recommendations to the President and Congress on issues affecting Americans with
disabilities.
National Hispania Leadership Institute
It is the mission of NHLI to develop Hispanas as ethical leaders through
training, professional development, relationship building, and community and
world activism.
The National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR)
The National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR)
provides leadership and support for a comprehensive program of research related
to the rehabilitation of individuals with disabilities. All of our programmatic
efforts are aimed at improving the lives of individuals with disabilities from
birth through adulthood.
National Latina Health Network
The National Latina Health Network (NLHN) mission is to address critical health
concerns affecting Latinas and their families. We promote leadership, advocacy,
community health partnerships, and initiatives through which education and
outreach efforts help foster well-being and healthy behaviors and attitudes
within the nation's Latino communities.
NativeWeb
NativeWeb is an international, nonprofit, educational organization dedicated to
using telecommunications including computer technology and the Internet to
disseminate information from and about indigenous nations, peoples, and
organizations around the world; to foster communication between native and
non-native peoples; to conduct research involving indigenous peoples' usage of
technology and the Internet; and to provide resources, mentoring, and services
to facilitate indigenous peoples' use of this technology.
The Network Journal
Network Journal is a Black Professional and Small Professional News. The Network
Journal welcomes all articles of interest to the African American, Caribbean
American and African Business community. We also welcome news about you and your
business, trade association, career moves, honors, awards and other interesting
business developments.
Office of Minorities in Higher Education (OMHE)
OMHE provides information on the educational status of minorities, model campus
programs and the other efforts to increase minority participation and degree
attainment.
Office of Women in Higher Education
Since 1973, the Office of Women in Higher Education (OWHE) at the American
Council on Education (ACE) has been committed to the advancement of women
leaders. For more than 25 years, OWHE has provided information and counsel to
constituencies within the higher education community regarding policies, issues,
education, and research that influence women's equity, diversity, and
advancement.
The PhD Project
An alliance of corporations and higher education institutions, along with
numerous academic and professional associations, The PhD Project utilizes a
holistic approach to improve workforce diversity by diversifying business school
faculties.
Profiles in Diversity Journal
The vision of Profiles in Diversity Journal is to be THE forum for business and
institutional diversity/inclusion excellence. The primary content focus is
senior leadership involvement, best practices, workforce diversity strategies,
and recognition of employee contribution.
System Social Equity Office
The System Social Equity Office website, State System of Higher Education of
Pennsylvania, lists employment opportunities at its member universities. You
will also find numerous links to equity-related sites.
Tribal College Journal
Our culture-based publication addresses subjects important to the future of
American Indian and Alaska Native communities. Tribal College Journal features
both journalistic and scholarly articles.
Women in Higher Education
A monthly practitioner's news journal now serving 12,000 readers, it's the only
monthly source of news and views to provide an overview of issues affecting
women on campus.
Workforce Diversity Reader
Workforce Diversity ReaderT, a publication of The Learning Institute for
Workforce Diversity, is a quarterly journal dedicated to the advancement of
diversity education in the workplace through the promotion of new theory and
research. Featuring the work of some of the finest minds and foremost research
organizations in diversity today, the Reader is designed to stimulate the
exchange of ideas within the workforce by offering resources suited for a wide
range of organizations and for practitioners at all levels of expertise.
The World Institute on Disability
WID is a nonprofit research, training and public policy center promoting the
civil rights and the full societal inclusion of people with disabilities.
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