Starting a New Job While Non-Binary? Set Yourself Up for Success

You’ve made it through the interview process, accepted your job offer, and now you’re off to begin your new job. When you start in your new position and meet your co-workers, you want to make the best first impression possible. …

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Interactive Premiere of Unfinished Freedom: A Juneteenth Conversation with Starletta Renee Washington

Premiering June 17 at 10 a.m. ET on Excelsior’s YouTube channel

Join Excelsior University, the Center for Social Justice, and the Race & Ethnicity and Women’s Rope Teams in commemorating Juneteenth through the premiere of “Unfinished Freedom: Truth, Healing, and the Future We’re Building,” an interactive session …

By RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA
RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA Program Director, Center for Social Justice
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June: Caribbean Heritage Month

Caribbean American Heritage Month

National Caribbean American Heritage Month is observed each month of June to celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of Caribbean Americans to the United States. Established by presidential proclamation in 2006, the observance recognizes the profound …

By RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA
RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA Program Director, Center for Social Justice
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June: Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month

The Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month is observed each month of June, is dedicated to raising public awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia while emphasizing the importance of brain health. The observance aims to educate communities about …

By RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA
RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA Program Director, Center for Social Justice
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June: Immigrant Heritage Month

National Immigrant Heritage Month is an annual observance that recognizes and celebrates the diverse cultures, traditions, and contributions of immigrants throughout the United States. It serves as a time to honor the experiences, achievements, and lasting impact of immigrant communities …

By RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA
RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA Program Director, Center for Social Justice
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St. Petersburg’s Pride Flag Raising 2026

The City of St. Petersburg officially start Pride Month by raising the St. Pete Pride flag for first time today Thursday, June 4, 2026, outside City Hall. This free, public event was an opportunity for residents, visitors, allies, and LGBTQ+ …

By RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA
RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA Program Director, Center for Social Justice
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National Report on Disabled College Student Experiences

A National Report on Disabled College Student Experiences

This national report from 2025 was conducted by the National Disability Center for Student Success with the support of an interdisciplinary team. Its objective is to bring light to the different challenges …

By RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA
RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA Program Director, Center for Social Justice
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Guide to a Dialogue Across generations

In 2022, this guide was published by Essential Partners, a nonprofit organization. It was designed to be used in a variety of settings, including at home and in the workplace. The guide provides practical approaches for facilitating dialogue across generations. …

By RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA
RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA Program Director, Center for Social Justice
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Episode 43: Timeout with Cam F Awesome

On this week’s episode of Timeout with TWN, we chatted with Cam F Awesome, former boxer and Founder of Awesome Talks. 

Find out how he used sport as a tool to help him create opportunities for life after the game. Plus, learn the lessons that Cam gained from his journey that he shares with audiences around …

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Jobs for Individuals with Learning Disabilities: 10 Tech Careers Where Dyspraxia Is a Strength

Finding jobs for individuals with learning disabilities like dyspraxia means looking beyond motor coordination. Dyspraxia is usually described as a motor coordination disorder – clumsiness, difficulty with handwriting. But that framing misses what matters in tech careers: dyspraxic professionals often …

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