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Checks & Contracts

There are many ways to support Black businesses, but two stand above the others.

Oops…I *@&!#! Up Again

What to do when you make a mistake as an Ally

Being an effective ally is a never-ending process that requires constant self-assessment and awareness. We are going to get something wrong in our allyship journey. No matter how good our…

Microaggressions — What allies get wrong.

ALLY LAB’s recent survey reveals that allies often get it…

Silence of the Allies

Why are KC’s business leaders silent on the issue of trans bans?

So much fear and anger

Trans bans are a danger to kids’ lives. They are a form of institutional…

The Art of Listening as an Ally

We all like to think of ourselves as being good listeners, but ask around you will discover that most…

What Makes DEI Training Effective?

Our review of recent research on effective DEI training yields…