[Press Release] Embrace Change Leadership Accelerator Honored In Best Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Community Space, Community Engagement Categories (For Profit) In the 2nd Annual Anthem Awards
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Embrace Change Leadership Accelerator Honored In Best Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Community Space, Community Engagement Categories (For Profit) In the 2nd Annual Anthem Awards
[New York, New York] — [2/15/2023] – Embrace Change announced today that its Leadership Accelerator has been named Best Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Community Space, Community Engagement Categories (For Profit) in the 2nd Annual Anthem Awards.
Anthem Winners are selected by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences. Members include: Nicholas Thompson, CEO, The Atlantic, Christina Swarns, Executive Director, Innocence Project, Zarna Surti, Global Creative Director, Nike Purpose, Maurice Mitchell, National Director, Working Families Party, Lindsay Stein, Chief Purpose Office, Tombras, Jennifer Lotito, President & Chief Operating Officer, (RED), Lisa Sherman, President & CEO, The Ad Council, Emily Barfoot, Global Brand Director Dove, Unilever, Trovon Williams, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications, NAACP, Roma McCaig, Senior VP of Impact, Clif Bar, Michelle Egan, Chief Strategy Officer, NRDC, Dinah-Kareen Jean, Senior Manager, Social Innovation, Etsy, Sarah Kate Ellis, President & CEO, GLAAD, Jad Finck, Vice President of Innovation & Sustainability, Allbirds, Christopher Miller, Head of Global Activism Strategy, Ben & Jerry’s, Shayla Tait, Director of Philanthropy The Oprah Winfrey Charitable Foundation.
The Leadership Accelerator is the only leadership certification program specifically designed for women of color leaders across industry, race, and seniority. In this twelve-week program, small cohorts are taught leadership tools and skills in a psychologically safe learning environment. The Accelerator is a judgment-free space for participants to speak up, brainstorm, and strategize with true peers–something that is rare in our predominantly White institutions (PWI) and industries. Graduates have gone on to secure prestigious fellowships (White House, Harvard, Stanford), promotions, raises, speaking opportunities, and admission to top graduate programs (NYU, Berkeley).
“Since launching this platform in June of 2021, we have seen that social change has emerged as a dominant force in mainstream culture.” said Anthem Awards Managing Director Jessica Lauretti. “The sheer number, breadth and overall quality of the entries shared with us in the 2nd Annual Awards is a testament to the strength of this growing movement and demonstrates an enduring commitment to the work that is both humbling and inspiring to see. From the war in Ukraine, to protests in Iran and the ongoing battle for equality here at home in the States, the call for change not only perseveres but is a growing global chorus.
"Having our Leadership Accelerator program recognized by the Anthem Awards is an incredible honor and a testament to the power of the mission we have been advancing since day one. When we first offered career coaching services specifically tailored to women of color back in 2016, skeptics questioned the need for our services, dismissing it as ‘too niche.’ But we knew in our heart of hearts that we were on the right track. We are nothing but proud to continue building this incredible community of women of color and nonbinary people of color leaders. They are already transforming their workplaces and industries and actively making the world a better place through their leadership." - Cynthia Pong, Founder and CEO of Embrace Change.
Winners for the 2nd Annual Anthem Awards will be celebrated at the Winners Celebration on February 27 in NYC. Fans will be able to hear from social impact leaders and their hallmark speeches at www.anthemawards.com.
The Anthem Awards was launched in response to the prevalence social good has taken within the national conversation and cultural zeitgeist in recent years. The 2nd Annual competition received nearly 2,000 entries from 43 countries worldwide. By amplifying the voices that spark global change, the Anthem Awards are defining a new benchmark for impactful work that inspires others to take action in their communities. A portion of program revenue will fund a new grant program supporting emerging individuals and organizations working to advance the causes recognized in the 2nd Annual Anthem Awards.
ABOUT WINNER
Embrace Change is a career coaching and training firm that specializes in working with women of color and people of color. It is our singular mission to get all women of color–and people of color–the money, power, and respect that we deserve in the workplace.
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About The Anthem Awards:
Launched in 2021 by The Webby Awards, The Anthem Awards honors the purpose & mission-driven work of people, companies and organizations worldwide. By amplifying the voices that spark global change, we’re defining a new benchmark for impactful work that inspires others to take action in their own communities. The Anthem Awards honors work across seven core causes: Diversity; Equity & Inclusion; Education; Art & Culture; Health; Human & Civil Rights; Humanitarian Action & Services; Responsible Technology; and Sustainability, Environment & Climate. Founded in partnership with the Ad Council, Born This Way Foundation, Feeding America, Glaad, Mozilla, NAACP, NRDC, WWF, and XQ.
About The Webby Awards:
Hailed as the “Internet’s highest honor” by The New York Times, The Webby Awards is the leading international awards organization honoring excellence on the Internet, including Websites; Video; Advertising, Media & PR; Apps, Mobile, and Voice; Social; Podcasts; and Games. Established in 1996, The Webby Awards received more than 13,500 entries from all 50 states and 70 countries worldwide this year. The Webby Awards are presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS). Sponsors and Partners of The Webby Awards include Verizon, WP Engine, YouGov, Brandlive, Canva, NAACP, KPMG, Fast Company, Wall Street Journal, MediaPost, Podcast Movement, and AIGA.
