https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics Articles, news, products, blogs and videos covering the Demographics market. en-us https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/african-american/article/15751897/new-documentary-gives-voice-to-americas-first-black-supreme-court-justice https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/african-american/article/15751897/new-documentary-gives-voice-to-americas-first-black-supreme-court-justice This September, PBS viewers will have the unprecedented opportunity to hear Thurgood Marshall tell his own story in his own words. Mon, 04 Aug 2025 18:19:43 -0500 Demographics / African-American https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/women/article/15752015/black-women-reach-record-state-legislative-representation-despite-persistent-gaps-at-higher-levels https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/women/article/15752015/black-women-reach-record-state-legislative-representation-despite-persistent-gaps-at-higher-levels Black women now hold 401 state legislative seats nationwide, representing 5.4% of all state legislators and 16.2% of all women state legislators. Thu, 31 Jul 2025 20:26:07 -0500 Demographics / Women https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/article/15751562/study-reveals-loneliness-as-silent-health-crisis https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/article/15751562/study-reveals-loneliness-as-silent-health-crisis The study adds to mounting evidence that loneliness has become a global health emergency. Mon, 28 Jul 2025 08:17:02 -0500 Demographics https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/african-american/article/15751322/mlk-assassination-files-release-adds-little-new-information-scholars-say https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/african-american/article/15751322/mlk-assassination-files-release-adds-little-new-information-scholars-say Scholars say that the release of the documents add little to what’s already known about the life and murder of the civil rights leader. Wed, 23 Jul 2025 10:10:00 -0500 Demographics / African-American https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/article/15750753/americans-confidence-in-higher-education-shows-first-uptick-in-a-decade https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/article/15750753/americans-confidence-in-higher-education-shows-first-uptick-in-a-decade Black and Hispanic Americans express slightly higher confidence levels than national average. Wed, 16 Jul 2025 08:14:58 -0500 Demographics https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/african-american/article/15750476/irs-churches-can-now-back-political-candidates-but-scholars-remain-concerned https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/african-american/article/15750476/irs-churches-can-now-back-political-candidates-but-scholars-remain-concerned Some question how this new development might impact church leaders’ ability to speak prophetically in the present day. Fri, 11 Jul 2025 10:49:43 -0500 Demographics / African-American https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/article/15750133/former-library-of-congress-chief-carla-hayden-joins-mellon-foundation-as-senior-fellow https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/article/15750133/former-library-of-congress-chief-carla-hayden-joins-mellon-foundation-as-senior-fellow Historic librarian transitions to philanthropic role after abrupt termination by Trump administration. Mon, 07 Jul 2025 21:18:25 -0500 Demographics https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/women/article/15749734/women-early-career-professionals-face-significant-pay-gap-nace-study-finds https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/women/article/15749734/women-early-career-professionals-face-significant-pay-gap-nace-study-finds Women who recently graduated from college earn significantly less than their male counterparts. Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:10:04 -0500 Demographics / Women https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/african-american/article/15749397/howard-university-google-partner-to-enhance-ai-recognition-of-african-american-english https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/african-american/article/15749397/howard-university-google-partner-to-enhance-ai-recognition-of-african-american-english Howard University and Google Research announced the release of data which can be used by artificial intelligence developers to improve the experience of Black people using automatic speech recognition technology. Wed, 25 Jun 2025 15:23:00 -0500 Demographics / African-American https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/african-american/article/15747152/harvard-transfers-historic-photos-of-enslaved-people-in-landmark-settlement-marking-victory-for-reparative-justice https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/african-american/article/15747152/harvard-transfers-historic-photos-of-enslaved-people-in-landmark-settlement-marking-victory-for-reparative-justice The case highlights the complex relationship between American higher education and slavery, forcing institutions to grapple with how historical artifacts tied to racial exploitation should be stewarded in the modern era. Wed, 28 May 2025 20:14:15 -0500 Demographics / African-American https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/asian-american-pacific-islander/article/15747070/aapi-survey-reveals-strong-support-for-higher-education-opposition-to-dei-program-cuts https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/asian-american-pacific-islander/article/15747070/aapi-survey-reveals-strong-support-for-higher-education-opposition-to-dei-program-cuts Across all age groups polled, 83% of AAPI adults worry about restrictions on free speech on college campuses, according to the survey. Wed, 28 May 2025 09:52:50 -0500 Demographics / Asian American Pacific Islander https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/african-american/article/15746299/national-urban-league-report-examines-five-years-after-george-floyd-a-movement-not-a-moment https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/african-american/article/15746299/national-urban-league-report-examines-five-years-after-george-floyd-a-movement-not-a-moment The report traces the trajectory of racial justice initiatives since May 25, 2020, when Floyd was killed by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin. Sun, 18 May 2025 12:05:33 -0500 Demographics / African-American https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/asian-american-pacific-islander/article/15746029/the-persistent-bamboo-ceiling-aapi-leaders-still-rare-among-college-presidents https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/asian-american-pacific-islander/article/15746029/the-persistent-bamboo-ceiling-aapi-leaders-still-rare-among-college-presidents Only 3.6% of U.S. college presidents are AAPI or Desi. Thu, 15 May 2025 08:20:28 -0500 Demographics / Asian American Pacific Islander https://www.diverseeducation.com/international/article/15745148/shifting-policies-reshape-global-student-mobility-new-survey-reveals https://www.diverseeducation.com/international/article/15745148/shifting-policies-reshape-global-student-mobility-new-survey-reveals The survey highlights how policy decisions are dramatically reshaping the landscape of international education, particularly in the United States under the new Trump administration. Wed, 07 May 2025 13:49:28 -0500 International https://www.diverseeducation.com/institutions/hbcus/article/15744752/legacy-and-purpose-congresswoman-jasmine-crockett-calls-tougaloo-graduates-to-action https://www.diverseeducation.com/institutions/hbcus/article/15744752/legacy-and-purpose-congresswoman-jasmine-crockett-calls-tougaloo-graduates-to-action Crockett delivered an impassioned commencement speech at Tougaloo College's graduation ceremony on Sunday, urging graduates to embrace their purpose in continuing the fight for progress. Sun, 04 May 2025 13:27:10 -0500 Institutions / HBCUs https://www.diverseeducation.com/leadership-policy/article/15744656/humanities-organizations-file-lawsuit-against-neh-over-massive-program-cuts https://www.diverseeducation.com/leadership-policy/article/15744656/humanities-organizations-file-lawsuit-against-neh-over-massive-program-cuts NEH has suspended entire divisions, initiated firing 65 percent of its staff, and halted numerous grant programs in recent weeks. Fri, 02 May 2025 07:40:44 -0500 Leadership & Policy https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/african-american/article/15743904/leading-scholars-gather-for-hilliardsizemore-research-course-in-denver https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/african-american/article/15743904/leading-scholars-gather-for-hilliardsizemore-research-course-in-denver The research course honors the legacies of Dr. Asa G. Hilliard III and Dr. Barbara A. Sizemore, pioneering scholars whose work significantly shaped the field of Black educational studies. Wed, 23 Apr 2025 16:10:59 -0500 Demographics / African-American https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/latinx/article/15743128/hispanicserving-institutions-mark-30-years-now-serve-nearly-onethird-of-all-undergraduates https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/latinx/article/15743128/hispanicserving-institutions-mark-30-years-now-serve-nearly-onethird-of-all-undergraduates The milestone comes as 2025 marks 30 years since HSIs first received dedicated federal funding to improve academic quality and expand access for Latino and other low-income students. Wed, 16 Apr 2025 14:03:29 -0500 Demographics / Latinx https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/article/15742167/the-boycott-that-could-shake-corporate-america https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/article/15742167/the-boycott-that-could-shake-corporate-america National Action Network will launch a nationwide boycott against PepsiCo if the company doesn't reverse its recent decision to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the next three weeks. Sat, 05 Apr 2025 17:19:46 -0500 Demographics https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/african-american/article/15741734/scholars-at-aabhe-conference-discuss-strategic-responses-to-antidei-legislation https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/african-american/article/15741734/scholars-at-aabhe-conference-discuss-strategic-responses-to-antidei-legislation Many of the attendees related stories about DEI crackdowns in their home states and expressed frustrations about feeling hamstrung in their efforts to serve students from underrepresented groups. Mon, 31 Mar 2025 20:10:47 -0500 Demographics / African-American https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/african-american/article/15741479/morehouses-black-mens-research-institute-explores-nuances-of-black-fatherhood https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/african-american/article/15741479/morehouses-black-mens-research-institute-explores-nuances-of-black-fatherhood The symposium took a multidimensional exploration of how Black men function as fathers to both biological and non-biological children in their communities. Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:34:44 -0500 Demographics / African-American https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/african-american/article/15741372/morehouse-college-symposium-challenges-stereotypes-of-black-fatherhood https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/african-american/article/15741372/morehouse-college-symposium-challenges-stereotypes-of-black-fatherhood The two-day symposium on "Black fathers, fatherhood, and fathering" represents a cornerstone initiative for the BMRI, which was established to reframe narratives surrounding Black men's experiences in their families and communities. Wed, 26 Mar 2025 16:11:08 -0500 Demographics / African-American https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/article/15740003/one-million-behind-bars-now-have-access-to-academic-research-through-jstor https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/article/15740003/one-million-behind-bars-now-have-access-to-academic-research-through-jstor The JSTOR Access in Prison (JAIP) program has reached a remarkable milestone, now serving over one million incarcerated learners across the United States. Fri, 14 Mar 2025 17:25:38 -0500 Demographics https://www.diverseeducation.com/students/article/15739894/southern-states-see-mixed-progress-in-college-affordability-sreb-report-finds https://www.diverseeducation.com/students/article/15739894/southern-states-see-mixed-progress-in-college-affordability-sreb-report-finds The South has made strides in college affordability, but significant challenges remain for lower-income students, according to new data released Thursday by the Southern Regional Education Board (SREB). Thu, 13 Mar 2025 14:28:20 -0500 Students https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/african-american/article/15739761/cbce-to-host-virtual-convening-for-black-childrens-education-amid-funding-challenges https://www.diverseeducation.com/demographics/african-american/article/15739761/cbce-to-host-virtual-convening-for-black-childrens-education-amid-funding-challenges The Center for Black Children in Education (CBCE) will host its "Call to Action" Virtual Convening on Thursday, March 13, bringing together educators, advocates, and thought leaders dedicated to advancing educational equity for Black children. Wed, 12 Mar 2025 14:06:15 -0500 Demographics / African-American