Tulsa Massacre Case Dismissed, NIH Boosts Rural Care, Fearless Fund Faces Suspension
Greetings!
I hope you’ve had a joyous June and a pristine Pride month! We are back for the second installment of the Melody of Change newsletter. If you missed out on the May edition, you can find it here.
An (Overdue) Introduction…
I wanted to properly introduce myself to those whom I have not met yet.
As I’ve said before, my name is Sam Ejiofor. I graduated from the University of Georgia in May 2023 (B.S.ed. Exercise and Sport Science) and I am an incoming MBA/MHA student at Georgia State University. Currently, I serve as the Marketing and Networking Intern for The Clinic Doctor & the DEI Disruptors.
My professional interests lie in health equity, organizational DEI, healthcare provision, innovative healthtech, and sports administration. My current objective is to continue carving out a unique occupational path that accentuates my gifts.
Personally, I have a myriad of interests that include (but are not limited to) sports, photography, cooking, music, traveling, and international reality television.
For one, I am grateful for the opportunity Dr. Scott has afforded me to work on such a unique venture. Secondly, I am excited to continue connecting, meeting, and working with some of the most impactful professionals in this field. Lastly, my greatest wish is that my attitude, diligence, and works reflect well on my own character and abilities.
What’s the 411?
Your general news updates and summaries revolving the world of DEI.
Oklahoma City, OK: The Oklahoma Supreme Court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by remaining survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre who sought compensation for the immediate and long-lasting repercussions of one of America’s deadliest race crimes…
Atlanta, GA: A federal appeals court has suspended the Strivers Grant Contest, a program ran by venture capital firm Fearless Fund that awards $20,000 to businesses owned by black women…
(Itoro N. Umontuen/The Atlanta Voice) Atlanta, GA: The American Cancer Society has released a new report asserting that LGBTQ+ individuals are at a higher risk of developing cancer, largely due to a heightened prevalence of stress and modifiable risk factors like smoking…
Fort Worth, TX: A Texas federal judge has struck down a 2021 legal guidance from the U.S. Department of Education that protected LGBTQ+ students in Texas from discrimination…
Bethesda, MD: The NIH has committed $30m towards the integration and proliferation of clinical research and community-based primary care via the CARE for Health initiative. While expectations remain high for the efficacy of this investment, another NIH initiative, which aimed to diversify clinical trial pools by paying for travel, has proven costly yet ineffective…
Family Matters
The rundown of group events, and spotlights on your own work, events, speaking engagements, accomplishments, etc.
The new season of the DEI Disruptors Podcast begins on Monday, July 1!
In the first episode, we are thrilled to highlight Maria Medrano, a true pioneer in the tech industry. Maria's journey from being the first in her family to graduate from high school and college to becoming the founder and CEO of Inspirame and the Vice President, Global Head of Community Diversity and Inclusion at Equinix is nothing short of inspiring. Maria's extensive career leading DEI efforts at tech giants like Cisco, Visa, and Google, along with her numerous accolades, including the YWCA Tribute to Women Emerging Leader Award and Silicon Valley's 40 under 40, speak volumes about her leadership and advocacy.
Listen here:
Mark you calendar’s for our next DEI Disruptors meeting on September 5!
We will be welcoming our new cohort of Disruptors and reintroducing everyone, so be on the lookout for more information.
Sophia (Sue'f-yah) Khan’s Career Navigation Playbook Coaching Program
Propel Your Career to the next level by discovering insider secrets with exclusive coaching from a Chief Human Resources, DEI and Operations Officer
Join the next cohort launching on August 6, 2024
Take action! Schedule a 30 minute coaching call https://calendly.com/shk-0uw1/30minSophiaKhan
Program details: https://sophiakhan.mykajabi.com/career-navigation-playbook
Connect with Sophia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophia-k-677971150
Listen to Sophia’s episode of the DEI Disruptors Podcast here!
Tune in to Chantele Campbell’s new podcast, The C-Suite Mama!
“Welcome to ‘The C Suite Mama Podcast,’ where motherhood meets leadership, innovation, and the strategies behind successful companies and families! I'm your host, Chè Campbell and each week, we explore the unique challenges and triumphs of mothers in senior leadership positions or those aspiring to be…”
Connect with Chantele on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantelecampbell/
Listen to the latest episode here:
Reading Between the Lines
CEO of COREangels International Cintia Mano published an article on embracing diversity in the workplace…
A short article on Diversity in Generative AI…
A father’s reflection on the journey of his non-binary child…
A look into the rural health landscape in Georgia…
Women facing ageism in the workplace (and how to turn it into opportunity)…
Body positivity and proper inclusion of plus-sized people…
The role of voter participation in the support and protection of LGBTQ+ rights…
Check out NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert series on YouTube, which welcomed artists such as Chaka Khan, and Sean Paul for performances to celebrate African American Music Appreciation Month…
And a video reflecting on the frenzied conversations around the WNBA…
Outro
You are always welcome to shoot me an email (sejiofor@clinicdoctorconsulting.com).
Over time, please don’t hesitate to send any pertinent feedback. Thanks!
“Inclusion is not a matter of political correctness. It is the key to growth.” - Jesse Jackson