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06 Mar 2025

Why Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Must Be Spoken in Full
The response to Vernā’s recent LinkedIn post about moving away from the acronym "DEI" and instead saying "Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion" in full was nothing short of extraordinary. With over 1,800 reactions and an outpouring of comments, it is clear that this conversation is resonating deeply with many of you. What stood out from the discussion was the community agreement and the p...
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30 Apr 2024

April was so gratifying for me. It was a month of witnessing and revisiting the powerful and nurturing connections I've cultivated over the years. I was able to join gatherings with colleagues and girlfriends whom I've cherished for decades. While at a dinner with these lovely folks, I realized how diverse they are! They are from different religious faiths, races, ethnicities, profession...
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30 Jan 2024

A Recap of Sundays With Vernā's Transformative Podcasts
As we embrace the spirit of change and transition into a new year with exciting new content, we can't help but look back at the incredible journey Sundays With Vernā took us on in 2023. From inspiring conversations with thought leaders to intimate moments of self-discovery, each episode brought a unique flavor to our Sundays. Here’s a recap of our 2023 Sundays With Vernā podcasts. ...
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13 Dec 2023

“Learn to enjoy and respect each other's differences.” – Fred Meijer December brings a tapestry of celebrations, from religious festivities to moments of reflection and gratitude. In the spirit of inclusivity, this season is an opportune time to embrace communal celebration, foster understanding, and make the holiday season joyful for everyone. This mindset is essential throughout the...
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20 Nov 2023

“Diverse companies have more satisfied and happier employees than companies with low diversity levels.” -  Zippia Research Despite what you might have heard in recent headlines, DEI in the workplace matters to today’s workforce. In fact, according to a recent survey by The Harris Poll on behalf of the Black Economic Alliance Foundation, 81% of American employees overwhelmingly support...
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11 Aug 2023

“What I have discovered is that kindness is a nice sentiment, but being kind comes down to what you’re willing to do in the moments when your heart wants to hide and your brain wants to judge, giving you an excuse to act badly or do nothing at all.” - Vernā Myers The inclusion of “Belonging” is on the rise as part of an organization’s DEI training and programs. And DEIB offers leaders...
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