Author: Savannah Herald

For good reason, diversity, equity, and inclusion continue to gain momentum. Processes and practices embedded with a DEI lens generate effective business results while also contributing to society’s betterment. As DEI efforts unfold, the benefits of adopting equitable DEI initiatives can’t be ignored. Here are 8 reasons DEI is essential to your organization—aside from the fact that it makes good business sense to implement it. What is DEI? DEI stands for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Simply put, it involves creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes everyone. Diversity opens the door, encouraging and welcoming people of different backgrounds, including: Ethnicity Sexual…

College student shopping for the holidaysThe old saying “the more the merrier” doesn’t have to mean spending more money and going into debt. The holidays can easily put a dent into your budget, but with some smart choices, you can get through them without breaking the bank. Our Money Matters has some practical tips to help college students enjoy the season without waking up with a debt “hangover” in January.1. Create a budget, and don’t ignore it.It’s really easy to get carried away with buying presents for friends and family if you don’t have a plan. Decide how much you…

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — Consensus five-star defensive lineman Elijah Griffin will announce his college commitment on Friday, Oct. 18 on the campus of Savannah Christian at the Eckburg Hall at 1:20 p.m., according to a press release sent out by Savannah Christian’s Sports Information Director. The Savannah Christian senior announced his top 3 on July 28 on X. According to the post, Miami, Southern California and Georgia are the schools he is considering. Savannah Christian is currently 7-0 and ranked No. 1 in Class A-3A private. Last season, they advanced the Class AAA state title game. Source link

Sexual education efforts targeted at Black men rarely offer advice beyond the same three words: “wear a condom.” Courtney Brame received an education after he got a positive herpes diagnosis. But there was little Black representation in the faces he turned to for answers. So, Brame founded the non-profit Something Positive For Positive People (SPFPP) so that other Black men could learn more about herpes and how to behave responsibly with them from someone who looks like them. “There was nobody, no Black men, who were open about having herpes when I was diagnosed. I still don’t know any Black…

U.S. Rep. Andrew Clyde, R-Athens, is seeking his third two-year term as 9th District representative, facing Democratic challenger Tambrei Cash of Loganville in the Nov. 5 election. Source link

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.gov Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Glynn County selling regular gas at the lowest price of $2.50 per gallon in the week ending Oct. 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com. The average reported cost of regular gas in cities within Glynn County was $2.92 per gallon. Of the 69 reported gas stations in cities within Glynn County, 29 offer regular gas. The average reported price of regular gas in Georgia was $2.84, compared to $2.94…

WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) – It was a busy night on the campaign trail. The candidates are focusing their attention on seven key states in this election. The campaigns had events in Nevada, Arizona, Michigan, Pennsylvania and North Carolina and for the first time this year, Vice President Kamala Harris called on the 44th president to try to convince voters to make her the 47th. Former president Donald Trump was in Detroit. “Under Biden and Harris, because of inflation, the economy has been a total disaster,” said Trump. Senator JD Vance (R-Ohio.) spoke at a town hall in North Carolina. “The most…

Ari Lennox‘s sobriety journey is taking a new turn as she plans to unplug from social media permanently. The singer recently took to Instagram to inform her fans and followers that she plans to permanently delete her social media pages by the end of 2024. This comes almost two years after Lennox decided to change her lifestyle and give up drugs and alcohol. Source: Prince Williams / Getty On Friday, October 11, the “Pressure” singer posted a mirror selfie attached to a lengthy caption. In the post, she detailed her plan to “transition off of social media for good.” She…

Companies with a diverse team in the top quartile consistently outperform less diverse bottom quartile counterparts by 39%. Businesses with a 30% or higher representation of women (top quartile) have demonstrated continual financial outperformance over those with 30% or fewer female team members. The studies on this theory from various sectors are unfluctuating. Ongoing research shows a growing trend of financial and productive advantages in companies with racially, ethnically, and gender-diverse workers. What does this mean for your tech company? The more inclusive your team is, the higher the likelihood you’ll achieve and maintain success. It all begins with your…

Originally published in 2015A 2014 report from the Association of Governing Boards summarized some of the routine challenges being confronted by these schools. “Today, in an era of rapid transformation, HBCUs face historic challenges as well as new obstacles. Questions about sustainability, cost, quality, and mission are among many of the perennial issues that will require greater attention and creative approaches and solutions now and into the future” (AGB.gov).The report identified pressing concerns in areas of enrollment management, academic quality, infrastructure, federal and state policies, governance and leadership and financial viability, from sources of revenue to how these schools are…