HOW TO ADVANCE EQUITY WITH DIVERSE GOVERNANCEHENSON, DARREN M.Health Progress
A number of interlocking factors contribute to the lower socioeconomic standing of Black Americans, but investors have a unique opportunity to lift up Black communities, write Shelley Stewart, Ammanuel Zegeye, and co-authors in a recent report.
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In this 15-minute webinar, Ya-Ting Liu, Via’s Director of Government Affairs and Policy, explores how on-demand public transit is enhancing mobility for underserved populations using ridership metrics, demographics, and income data.
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Give sufficient advance notice before taking a leave of absence. If possible, work with your boss to develop an agreeable leave of absence plan. Keep track of relevant paperwork related to your leave of absence. Here's what you need to know about asking for a leave of absence. ...
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