Leadership positions are undoubtedly challenging to attain for women, and unfortunately, women of color face additional barriers in achieving these positions. The gender and racial biases that exist in many workplaces create significant hurdles that must be overcome for women and women of color, to earn their way into positions where their talents and skills …

Society has historically held lower expectations for teenage girls than it does for boys. The pressure to look beautiful rather than being guided to opportunities to lead is a real problem for girls and for the culture at-large. In today’s blog we will explore some of the reasons why society has low expectations for girls, …

A sisterhood is a social, ethical, and emotional pact among women. It’s based on an understanding that together we are stronger than we are as individuals. This kind of authentic empowerment is only possible if we come together and treat each other as “sisters,” not adversaries. It’s a relationship based on our value as a collective, …

Despite progress toward gender equality within the workplace, women still face pushback. Many barriers to women in leadership remain, including the following obstacles: Stereotypes. Most industries have been dominated by male leadership for so long that the traits of a good leader are often seen as masculine. Women are often perceived negatively when they exhibit these …

Above you, every night of your life forever and always, is the Milky Way. The Milky Way is our galaxy, and it’s one of nature’s most stunning gifts; it’s the light show of a lifetime. But unfortunately, the light pollution we see in our skies today masks the beauty of space, and the stars of …

Did you know it is estimated that nearly six million African Americans in the United States today live with a disability? Disabilities can be intellectual, physical, developmental, or acquired.  Many people with disabilities face significant challenges when seeking social assistance, getting an education, and finding long-term employment. These obstacles sometimes lead to feelings of discouragement …

Rigid structure. High admission fees. A wealthy student body. The phrase “therapeutic school” might suggest images of troubled teen boot camps, private schools, or residential in-patient treatment facilities doubling as schools. Yet outside the for-profit sector, iCan Dream Center, NFP model is helping youth simultaneously achieve personal and academic wellness—and in 99 percent of cases, …

Parents often want to help promote the language skills their child is learning at school in their own home setting. But they often don’t know how or where to start. There are many ways to get started by using toys that are available right at home! Two simple ways to start are through narration and …

Obtaining an acceptable level of literacy can greatly improve many factors in your life, including improvements to your social life, education, and career prospects. The ability to read, write, and understand information can hugely impact your employability. If you need support with literacy or numeracy skills, there is plenty of help available. Getting Support Improving literacy …

The neurodiversity community believes: Autism and other neurological variations (learning disabilities, ADHD, etc.) may be disabilities, but they are not flaws. People with neurological differences are not broken or incomplete versions of normal people. Disability, no matter how profound, does not diminish personhood. People with atypical brains are fully human, with inalienable human rights, just …