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The Hiring Practice That Stymies Equity in the Museum Workforce

By Makeba Clay

The authenticity of an organization’s actions to advance diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion (DEAI) is judged by two key factors: their consistency and comprehensiveness. Companies that have been commended on their approach to …

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