African Americans and the Arts

African American contributions to the arts have shaped culture and history, yet they are often underrepresented in workplace discussions of diversity. Overlooking these contributions limits awareness and respect. This microlesson provides skills training to help employees recognize African American achievements in the arts and connect cultural awareness to workplace inclusion.

Microlesson Description

Embrace the opportunity to explore and appreciate the diverse narratives that Black artists bring to the forefront, fostering a more inclusive and vibrant artistic community. This microlesson provides a brief but impactful glance at some of the many accomplishments of black artists who have made their mark on US history as well as around the world.

Key Concepts

• Black artists often go uncelebrated or acknowledged.
• Artists have long used their mediums to address systemic injustice and explore what it means to be Black
• Systemic racism has resulted in Black individuals having unequal access to creating art and gaining recognition
• Ways to celebrate and support black artists

Microlesson Features

• Employee sentiment pulsing questions that provide leaders with insights into their workforce's core cultural competencies
• Emtrain's Expert Answers tool, enabling employeees to submit anonymous questions about sensitive issues.

• Rich, contemporary video scences illustrating key concepts through realistic scenarios
• A data driven, skill-based approach to eLearning that establishes a shared language for employees.

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