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Diversity 101: What Not to Say to White Colleagues

Seeded on Wed Jun 24, 2009 3:34 PM EDT
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Race and ethnicity are much in the news these days, propelled by the nation's first African-American president, first Latina nominee to the Supreme Court and increasingly diverse schools and workplaces. But although diversity is becoming more apparent common does not mean it's easy to embrace. Luke Visconti, of DiversityInc magazine, discusses cultural sensitivities, offering tips on what not to say to white colleagues.

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The interview was interesting and informative.

    Reply#1 - Wed Jun 24, 2009 3:36 PM EDT
    3kyw4law

    "the whitening of white people" - unique way of putting it.

    The interview was certainately interesting.

    Mr. Visconti said that there is no such thing as reverse racism. Do you think that is true?

      Reply#2 - Thu Jun 25, 2009 2:02 AM EDT
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