There is an elephant in the room in your community and at your workplace. The name of this elephant is “race”. The Trayvon Martin/George Zimmerman trial has caused people to have strong opinions about what happened, and what should have happened regarding the trial’s verdict. Yet, in most work environments we have been told do…

As our lives become ever more hectic with email, tweets, Inmail and posts, we hope to make it easier for you to learn while you multi-task at your computer or mobile device. Yes, listen while you clean up other email, or while you are driving (no texting of course!). Our podcasts will generally be between…

 Backlash for R&B singer India Arie’s new cover art re-raises controversial #skinversation on racism/colorism in Black community, including the discussion on Black hair.  This is a real issue. Tell me what you think by commenting here after you read this article. Should Black Women Straighten Their Hair or Lighten Their Skin?

I heard the words “but it is impossible here” from a Muslim woman, an angry graduate student, an Ethiopian job placement counselor and an Orthodox Jew, each in different meetings in the span of six days. My trip to Israel a few weeks ago revealed resistance, persistence and hope among the diverse groups with whom…

I had the privilege of moderating a panel of incredible women representing government, education, corporate and non-profit sectors. I  hope enjoy and learn from their wisdom. Let me know your thoughts by contributing to the comments below.     Introduction of panelists   (Click image above to view panel introductions. You will have the option…

(Click here to BUY NOW!) Finally a book about diversity with “why’s” and “how-to’s” that are immediately applicable to daily life. Lenora Billings-Harris is writes in a thought provoking yet non-judgmental manner as she shares best practices of individuals and organizations from around the world in an effort to help us all work well and live…

Author Lenora Billings-Harris, CSP explored diversity in the workplace with Israeli delegation in Greensboro September 13 as part of multicity U.S. fact-finding mission. The 8-member State Department-invited delegation of business leaders, educators and government officials met with The HR Group to learn about diversity practices and lessons from a Quarterly Diversity Breakfast Forum, in conjunction…

What does August mean to you? For most folks it is a month of no holidays, but not for Charles (my honey of 38 years) and me. We celebrate our wedding anniversary as well as both our birthdays in August!  We have no excuses for forgetting these three dates. Although it is a month with…

As we approach Independence Day, I wonder what we as individual citizens could do to recognize and renew the significance of the meaning of the July 4th holiday. Many of us spend time with family and friends at backyard barbecues, at the beach or the mountains watching fireworks. Still others celebrate the day by taking…

GREENSBORO, NC  – January 19, 2012 –  Local diversity strategist and speaker Lenora Billings-Harris has been awarded the prestigious “Top5 Speaker” designation in 2012 by Speakers Platform, one of the United States most prominent speakers bureaus.   Out of hundreds of nominees, Lenora has risen to become one of the world’s most respected and compelling speakers…