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“So let us not be blind to our differences, but let us also direct attention to our common interests and the means by which those differences can be resolved. And if we cannot end now our differences, at least we can help make the world safe for diversity.“

—John F. Kennedy, 1963 Commencement American University

A majority of Americans say race relations in the United States are bad, and of those, about seven-in-ten say things are getting even worse according to a Pew research study. Roughly two-thirds say it has become more common for people to express racist or racially insensitive views since before Donald Trump was elected, even if not necessarily more acceptable. According to a recent NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll, Americans have a bleak outlook toward race relations in the U.S. Researchers surveyed 1,249 adults, 18 years of age and older, between May 4, 2021, and May 10, 2021, on the topic of race relations in America. They found 42% of Americans say race relations in the U.S. are worse than they were a year ago, 39% believe they are about the same, and 17% report race relations are better. 

Now. More than ever. We need a consistent, concerted effort to promote and celebrate those working tirelessly to create a more inclusive, equitable and diverse society. Your work matters.

Now. More than ever. We need easily accessed information that forces us to think more broadly, engage more authentically, and act more decisively to to keep America safe for diversity.

Diversity Matters was created to celebrate the very real work being done by those who understand the value of inclusion and equity and the cost paid when we fail at either.

Diversity Matters provides curated and original content around race, social justice, equity, and inclusion. We want to make you think, questions, challenge and act. Because our world is becoming less safe for diversity.