Chocolate Heller Writing Collective
current academics. future policy wonks. unapologetically black
Chocolate Heller Writing Collective
current academics. future policy wonks. unapologetically black
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Finding Privilege in Hidden Places
Finding Privilege in Hidden Places
The housemate brought to light a privilege that often times goes un-noted: the Right to Comfort.My wife is currently studying Education Policy at the University of Pennsylvania. Like many other graduate students, she lives in a big house with lots of people. Also like many other graduate programs, she is a Black face is a sea of whiteness. Recently, she had a few of her friends over to her house to chill and relax after class. All of who were Black. ¶ You may be wondering, “What’s the significance of them all being Black?”,Brian Kennedy IIMar 16, 2015
Paid Parental Leave for All Parents
Paid Parental Leave for All Parents
It’s time to update the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) of 1993. In the more than 20 years since its enactment, it has become crystal…clear that the law is grossly inadequate, especially in terms of parental leave. The need for a better policy has been extensively discussed in print and on-line and even made an appearance in the President’s 2015 State of the Union Address. To date the debate surrounding maternity leave you likely noticed that it has centered on middle to upper class women who are employed in positions that are covered FMLA and the impact that an updated FMLA policy may have on their families and careers.Asiah AminaMar 14, 2015