While LGBTQ+ rights and attitudes within the U.S. have made great strides in the U.S. in general, the same cannot necessarily be said for other parts of the world or even individual working environments, including those in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. The complexities and differences in local politics, workplace cultures, and […]

Empathy is intrinsic to the human condition. It drives our capacity to make real emotional connections, consider other peoples’ perspectives and sympathize with them, and gives us the compassion we need to act on their needs and wants. We mostly think about this skill in personal interactions with loved ones and friends, but we think […]

This is noteworthy as it is not only the second year a mainstream business publication is publishing a list of this kind, but more importantly bringing to light the vast number of boundary-shattering achievements by groups that have long been stigmatized, and largely excluded from largely male-dominated industries.

Women in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields are pushing forward with more determination and vitality than generations prior. One prestigious award —The Fast Company Queer 50—is recognizing queer women leaders including those in STEM, such as engineer and product executive Caitlin Kalinowski.

California governor Gavin Newsom recently submitted his $100 billion Comeback Plan, including proposed investments in arts and cultural projects