It’s time — past time, even — that society stops looking at racism as simply hating someone because of the color of their skin. Hate speech, white supremacist groups, and acts of violence are just the tip of the iceberg of a centuries-old problem. Unfortunately, this centuries-old problem has reared its head once again, this time in the form of anti-DEI sentiment that has led to the removal of Black History and the elimination of initiatives that serve people of color.In It Was Never About That, DEI advocate Paul Ladipo uses personal stories, anecdotes, and insights to discuss:How everyday people, not just extremists, commit and perpetuate racism.How racism is perpetuated by those who refuse to see racism or remain apathetic to it.How the current political climate conned the general public into voting for an administration that’s actively undermining progress made by Black people and other communities of color.How people from all walks of life (CEOs, clergy, stay at home parents, hiring managers, etc.) can swing momentum the other direction by advocating in their own circles.How DEI advocates can exercise self-care as they battle stress, compassion fatigue, harassment, and estranged relationships in their quest for equality Read more