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State bar association releases DEI educational video

The Iowa State Bar Association has released the latest installment in its educational video series to inform Iowa attorneys and the public about evolving legal issues impacting underrepresented communities. “The Erosion of Rights: Constitutional Protections, …

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Partnership and Harkin Institute to host workplace accessibility roundtable

The Greater Des Moines Partnership is partnering with the Harkin Institute for Public Policy & Citizen Engagement to host a workplace accessibility roundtable on June 9. The event aims to provide opportunities for individuals in …

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Iowa Safe Schools’ survey finds less than half of LGBTQ youth plan to stay in Iowa after high school

A recent report from the nonprofit Iowa Safe Schools indicates a feeling of a lack of belonging in Iowa for LGBTQ youth, which could lead to workforce issues in the future.

Iowa Safe Schools’ Student …

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Review internal policies, files as DEI, immigration policy landscape evolves, lawyer says

There are a handful of practical steps businesses can take as they navigate the potential impacts of executive orders and policies established by President Donald Trump’s administration since he took office in January. In a …

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Executive director of Iowa Safe Schools to step down

Iowa Safe Schools, a nonprofit dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment to LGBTQ students, has announced that Becky Tayler will step down as executive director March 1. Tayler will remain involved with the …

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What do executive orders on DEI mean for businesses?

By Macey Shofroth | Fearless Editor

When President Donald Trump took office, he signed a slew of executive orders, including ones intent on dismantling diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts in both the public and …

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Des Moines International Airport introduces Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program

The Des Moines International Airport announced the new Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, joining an international initiative to support individuals with hidden disabilities. A press release said the program provides a subtle way for individuals with …

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Partnership announces 2024 Inclusion Award winners

The Greater Des Moines Partnership has announced the honorees for its 2024 Inclusion Awards, which highlight companies and organizations championing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in business and the community.

The five award winners were …

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Meet 5 inspiring Iowa women in this year’s Fearless publication

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Partnership announces keynote speaker for annual Inclusion Summit

Troy Cicero, president and chief skill officer at training and consulting company MulticultuReal Communications Inc., will be the keynote speaker at the Greater Des Moines Partnership’s 2024 Inclusion Summit. In 1994, Cicero founded the New …