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Workforce Race Equality Standard Report (WRES) 2023 Overview

The Workforce Race Equality Standard (WRES) was introduced by the NHS in 2015 to address workplace inequalities between Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) staff members and White staff members. The WRES aims to ensure equal access to career opportunities and fair treatment for employees from d

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Addressing Ethnic Inequalities in Access to Psychological Therapies: Insights from NHS Race and Health Observatory Report

NHS England's efforts to advance equality in healthcare services recognize the disparities faced by minoritised ethnic groups, particularly in accessing psychological therapies. Recent findings indicate that individuals from these groups experience worse outcomes, longer wait times for assessment an

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Minority Science and Engineering Improvement Program Overview

The U.S. Department of Education's Minority Science and Engineering Improvement Program for FY 2023 aims to provide information, technical assistance, and guidance to help understand the grant opportunity. The program's purpose is to enhance science and engineering education at minority institutions

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Analysis of Indicators 9 & 10 in Special Education Representation

The indicators 9 and 10 focus on the disproportionate representation of racial and ethnic groups in special education programs. Specifically, Indicator 9 looks at the overall disproportionate representation of groups eligible for special education, while Indicator 10 examines the disproportions with

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Minority Business Council Advisory Agency Overview

The Minority Business Council (MBC) serves as an advisory agency to the City Manager and City Council regarding procurement policies for small, woman, service-disabled, and minority-owned businesses in Virginia Beach. The MBC's vision is to connect contractor resources with city opportunities, while

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Exploring Ethnic Studies in California Community Colleges

Delve into the evolution and significance of Ethnic Studies in California Community Colleges, including the regulations, leadership initiatives, curriculum development, and the historical context. Join the discussion on the relationship between Ethnic Studies and Academic Freedom, highlighting key m

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A Comparative Study of Universalizing and Ethnic Religions

Understanding the differences between universalizing and ethnic religions, the main tenets of Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism, along with their geographic distribution. Explore the concepts of universalizing vs. ethnic religions and the branches within them.

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High Commissioner on National Minorities (HCNM) Mandate and Activities

The High Commissioner on National Minorities (HCNM) was established in 1992 by the OSCE to prevent conflicts related to national minority issues. Through quiet diplomacy and early warning mechanisms, the HCNM works to identify and address ethnic tensions that could threaten peace and stability among

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Challenges Faced by Minority Women in Help-Seeking for IPV

Exploration of research reveals barriers to help-seeking for Black, Asian, minority ethnic, and immigrant women experiencing intimate partner violence (IPV). These barriers include cultural norms, religion, immigration issues, racism/discrimination, and lack of cultural competence in services, affec

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Exploring the Cultural and Geographical Diversity of Africa's Ethnic Groups

In this social studies lesson for 7th grade students, the focus is on understanding the history, environmental issues, population distribution, and cultural characteristics of Africa. Students will explore different forms of citizen participation in government, analyze economic systems, and delve in

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Factors Influencing STEM Major Persistence Among Underrepresented Minority Students in College

This study examines the retention of aspiring scientists and engineers in STEM majors, focusing on underrepresented minority (URM) students. It investigates differences in intentions and persistence across racial groups, considering the impact of college experiences. Factors influencing STEM major p

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Enhancing Minority Access to Capital through Innovative Finance Program

This program aims to address the challenges faced by minority-owned businesses in securing traditional business loans. It highlights issues such as barriers to demonstrating wealth, collateral requirements, and biases in credit scoring models. The initiative seeks to promote the growth of minority b

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Understanding Ethnicity and Ethnic Conflicts

The concept of ethnicity involves both primordial and constructivist perspectives, with primordialists viewing it as an inherited identity and constructivists as a social construct based on fictive kinship. Perceived differences among ethnic groups can lead to conflicts, often rooted in historical e

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Representation of Abstract Groups through Graphs

Explore the representation of abstract groups as automorphism groups of graphs, touching on topics such as the existence of graphs whose automorphism groups are isomorphic to given abstract groups, the cardinality of connected graphs satisfying specific properties, and questions regarding the cardin

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Small Business Diversity Banking Program for Minority, Women, and Veteran Business Owners

Small Business Diversity Banking Program aims to empower minority, women, and veteran-owned businesses by providing access to loans and lines of credit. Eligible businesses include those with over 50% ownership or control by minority, women, or veteran U.S. citizens in California with annual revenue

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Understanding Ethnic Literature

Ethnic literature focuses on the unique cultural identities of different ethnic groups within society, shaped by language, nationality, heritage, and customs. It explores how ethnicity influences social dynamics, discrimination, and group formation. Social sciences and psychology delve into the comp

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Minority Protection Laws in India: Safeguarding Diversity

India's rich diversity poses the need for robust laws to protect minority communities, ensuring their rights and safeguarding their customs. The Constitution of India upholds secularism and equality, providing provisions to safeguard minority rights and prevent discrimination based on religion, cast

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Education Disparities Among Ethnic Groups in Bristol

The data highlights varying levels of absence, persistent absence, suspensions, good level of development, and expected standards in Bristol schools across different ethnic groups. Gypsy Roma, Traveller Irish Heritage, White and Black Caribbean, and Pakistani communities show higher rates of absence

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Reforming State-Owned Forest Enterprises and Ensuring Ethnic Minority Land Tenure Security in Vietnam

Vietnamese government nationalized agricultural and forest land in the 1950s, impacting ethnic minority groups. Despite attempts to reform state-owned forest enterprises, conflicts over forest land persist. This study examines policies, processes, and conflicts in three provinces to offer recommenda

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Diversity of Ethnic and Religious Groups in Southwest Asia

Explore the rich cultural tapestry of Southwest Asia, home to diverse ethnic groups including Arabs, Kurds, and Persians. Learn about their shared histories, languages, and traditions. Delve into the unique religious beliefs of Arabs, Persians, and Kurds, and discover the commonalities and differenc

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Addressing Diversity Disparities in Tech Through Unconscious Bias Awareness

In the tech industry, diversity remains low despite its proven benefits in innovation and problem-solving. This presentation reveals shocking statistics on the underrepresentation of women and minority groups in computing fields. It emphasizes that societal bias, not inherent flaws in minority group

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Explore the Institute for Ethnic Studies and its Programs

Founded in 1972, the Institute for Ethnic Studies at the university offers majors and minors in African American, Latin American, Native American, and other ethnic studies. The institute aims to enhance understanding of diverse cultural experiences through interdisciplinary research and teaching. Va

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Supporting Minority Languages in Ethiopia: The Impact of READ TA Project

The READ TA Project in Ethiopia focuses on supporting minority languages to improve educational outcomes. With over 83 languages spoken in the country, the project aims to promote language equality and provide technical assistance for effective language policies, teacher training, and curriculum dev

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Understanding Minority Influence: Consistency, Commitment, and Flexibility

Minority influence involves a small group of people persuading others to adopt their beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors, leading to internalization and social change. Consistency plays a vital role in exerting influence, as it encourages others to rethink their own views. Commitment, demonstrated by l

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Critiques of Multiculturalism by Parekh, Taylor, Barry, and Kymlicka

Many multiculturalists criticize Kymlicka's liberal defense of minority rights, questioning his views on immigrants and children of parents who emigrate. Parekh and Taylor argue against Kymlicka's approach to culture and minority rights, while Barry criticizes how multiculturalists use culture to de

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Exploring the Lifestyle of Ethnic Communities

Delve into the fascinating world of ethnic communities through this English lesson for Class Eight. Discover their traditional houses, staple foods, attire, pastimes, and cultural practices. By the end of the lesson, students will be able to answer questions, describe the lifestyle of ethnic people,

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Integrating Ethnic Minority Students in Hong Kong Schools: Government Support Measures Study

Exploring the impact of government support measures on non-Chinese speaking ethnic minority (NCS/EM) students in Hong Kong schools, a research project by the Faculty of Social Sciences at Hong Kong Baptist University analyzed policies aimed at addressing language and cultural barriers, promoting int

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Office of Minority Business Enterprise (OMBE) Overview

The Office of Minority Business Enterprise (OMBE) under Scott Stewart aims to support certified minority and woman-owned businesses, facilitating their participation in construction projects and accessing CDBG funds. The OMBE maintains a list of certified businesses, distributing bid notifications a

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Multi-Ethnic Atherosclerosis Study 2018 Achievements & Awards

Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis (MESA) recognized outstanding researchers with awards for their contributions to understanding cardiometabolic health, blood pressure control, and cardiovascular disease risk factors among diverse populations. The research findings shed light on the impact of ne

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Understanding Ethnic Disparities in Educational Achievement

This content explores the patterns of ethnic differences in educational achievement, evaluating factors such as cultural deprivation, material deprivation, and racism. It highlights the role of external and internal factors like labelling, pupil subcultures, curriculum, and institutional racism on e

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Understanding Racial and Ethnic Income Disparities

This piece delves into the income and wealth gaps among different racial and ethnic groups, emphasizing the importance of framing when analyzing such disparities. It presents data from the Federal Reserve's Survey of Consumer Finances, highlighting the slower closure of income gaps for Black and His

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Diversity in Publications: Non-Chinese Materials in China

Exploring the rich linguistic and cultural diversity in China, this content delves into the collection of non-Chinese materials, multilingualism in China, studies on minority ethnic groups, and the overview of ethnic publications in the country. It highlights the importance of collecting ethnic publ

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Electoral Systems and Minority Representation

Various electoral systems, including district and at-large voting, impact how minorities are represented in government. District systems can provide more proportional representation for minorities if they are geographically concentrated, while at-large systems often result in minority under-represen

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Influence of Social Media on Minority Viewpoints and Critical Mass Theory

Exploring the impact of social media on minority viewpoints and how groups with minority opinions can overturn majority ideas using Critical Mass Theory. The study delves into the relationship between social media and the spread of minority views, emphasizing the potential for influencing the majori

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Kymlicka's Multicultural Citizenship: A Distinctive Contribution

Kymlicka's unique contribution lies in the mainstreaming of minority rights within a liberal framework, shifting the discourse away from the earlier confrontation between defenders of universal citizenship and proponents of multiculturalism. His focus on societal culture and the recognition of only

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Legal Framework for Protection of Nationality Rights in Hungary

The legal framework for protecting nationality rights in Hungary is outlined, detailing the historical background dating back to 1989 and the constitutional provisions that recognize national and ethnic minorities as State-constituting elements. The article explains the rights granted to minorities,

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Understanding Minority Groups in Sociology

Sociologist Louis Wirth defined minority groups as those singled out in society for differential treatment due to physical or cultural characteristics, leading to collective discrimination. Membership is both objectively ascribed and subjectively applied. Minority group status can be based on race,

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Understanding the Impact of Family and Community on Ethnic Minority Youth's Transition to Upper Secondary Education in Denmark

Study explores the influence of family and community support on the academic achievement and school affiliation of ethnic minority youth in Denmark. It examines social capital, dropout rates, and the role of family and ethnic community bonding in a monocultural school system. Key findings highlight

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Kymlicka's Multicultural Citizenship: A Distinctive Contribution

Kymlicka's distinctive contribution to the discourse on multicultural citizenship focuses on the liberal mainstreaming of minority rights, particularly emphasizing ethnic and national minority groups. He defines societal culture as shared history, language, and territory, excluding non-ethnic groups

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The Death Penalty and Vulnerable Minorities in Iran: Challenges and Recommendations

Iran is a diverse country with multiple ethnic and religious groups, yet power is predominantly held by the Persian-Shiite group. Minorities like Kurds, Ahwazi-Arabs, Azerbaijanis, Baluchis, and Turkmens face discrimination and challenges, including repression and unemployment. The Iranian Constitut

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