Moving Beyond ‘Slacktivism’ to Create Lasting Anti-Racism Change

Moving Beyond ‘Slacktivism’ to Create Lasting Anti-Racism Change

As anti-racism protests and movements have gained steam over the past few weeks, many supporters are grappling with their next steps. What can we do next to work to create lasting change and make the need for such protests obsolete? For some people, this is a new and maybe somewhat frightening question.

July 2020

Does Your Company Have an Employee Activist Policy?

Does Your Company Have an Employee Activist Policy?

As a way to create social change and right injustices, activism has been a part of human culture throughout human history. Indeed, activism has been at the heart of social change for centuries. But when it comes to the world of commerce, how do businesses approach social and activist movements? How should businesses handle activists within their own ranks?

June 2020

What Does “ASAP” Mean, Really?

What Does “ASAP” Mean, Really?

What exactly does “ASAP” mean? Ok yes, it means as soon as possible, but in terms of actual time, it means nothing. There’s no specification to this term. That’s according to the Academy of Medical- Surgical Nurses, which discusses definitions of the terms “ASAP,” “now” and “STAT.”

June 2020

Anti-racism Resources to Become a Better Ally

Anti-racism Resources to Become a Better Ally

Recently, the team at Furia Rubel paused and took time to reflect over the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and countless others. This was not a passive pause; we have been filled with rage at injustices, overwhelmed with sadness, moved to action, and are having thoughtful conversations about how to be part of the solution.

We are listening, reading, and learning about systemic injustices and the history of racism in America. Here are some anti-racism resources to help move the needle of change.

June 2020