Chicago etiquette luncheon builds confidence while covering bread buttering, fork usage as part of a mentorship program, young girls of color are taught the dos and don’ts of dining to help ease their way in any space. On a late Saturday morning in February, a group...
The NBA Foundation has joined forces with the Polished Pebbles Girls Mentoring Program to provide invaluable mentorship to young black girls aged 7-17. This incredible partnership aims to empower and uplift these girls, giving them the tools they need to succeed in...
In recent years, we’ve seen many companies and corporations introduce initiatives designed to advance professional opportunities for historically excluded populations across the employment spectrum, including C-suite and senior leadership positions. There’s no denying...
What Is Career Readiness? Being able to succeed in the workplace isn’t just about completing day-to-day tasks — it’s about working with others, managing your workload, communicating your results, and building your career. All of those skills are known as career...
Power to Change Stories Black girls face threats of violence in all aspects of life — in their homes, communities, schools and beyond. Domestic violence reached the forefront of the media with the story of Chris Brown and Rihanna’s violent 2008 relationship. At the...
