Does Working Remotely Increase Equity and Inclusion?
2020 has proven to be a chaotic year thus far. From a global pandemic to a highlight on the systematic, institutionalized racism within the U.S., individuals everywhere are facing instability …
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2020 has proven to be a chaotic year thus far. From a global pandemic to a highlight on the systematic, institutionalized racism within the U.S., individuals everywhere are facing instability …
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From the to the , the LGBTQIA+ community has been fighting for their right to simply exist. Though we have come a long way in the past 51 years, we still have …
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Vibrant Pittsburgh is pleased to share the appointments of its new board directors, effective July 1. “We are honored to welcome eight new distinguished leaders to the Vibrant Pittsburgh board …
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Today marks the one-year anniversary of the day Gianna Floyd lost her father. Today, we reflect on the killing of George Floyd, whose life and death sparked such a powerful movement …
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After graduating from a Pittsburgh college, where do students go? Despite the city’s reasonable cost of living and bountiful leisure activities, students leave the region in large numbers. Each year, …
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FEATURING A CONVERSATION WITH CANDI CASTLEBERRY SINGLETON, FOUNDER, POWER OF &. On March 8, Candi will lead The Corporate Card Game Workshop. This game will give you a different way …
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The Pittsburgh region has many great resources for immigrants to help you know and understand your rights under the constitution. Take a moment to review the following. The American Civil …
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Looking for your next read or books to give your friends and family? Vibrant Pittsburgh presents our first Holiday Reading List (which is now being continued and expanded), full of …
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Pittsburgh has a long and proud history of immigrants settling here and contributing to its success, making it a city we all love. Continuing in this tradition, we have seen …
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THE PITTSBURGH REGION IS GOING TO THE UPCOMING 2017 JOINT NATIONAL BLACK MBA ASSOCIATION AND PROSPANICA (FORMERLY NATIONAL SOCIETY OF HISPANIC MBAS) CONVENTION AND CAREER FAIR IN PHILADELPHIA SEPT 26-SEPT …
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How does attracting, retaining, and elevating a diversity of talent benefit our region? How does it benefit your business? Join Angélica Ocampo, President and CEO from World Affairs Council and …
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The PMAHCC Foundation Scholarship Program accepts applications from January 1 until April 30 for the scholastic year starting in the fall. This form will serve as an application. Students must …
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Vibrant Pittsburgh is pleased to announce that Patricia (Patti) Bucek has been hired for the position of National Director of Marketing and Talent Attraction. Ms. Bucek, a Pittsburgh native currently …
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The Power of &, Bridges Mentoring Group & the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police Announce The Ussie Summer Games Redefining how Community and Police build positive interactions and safe neighborhoods. PITTSBURGH …
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When is it safe to take advantage of public benefits as an immigrant? Due to several Executive Orders and actions taken by the current administration, many immigrants and their children …
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Featuring a conversation with Jyoti Chopra, Managing Director, Head of Global Citizenship and Sustainability for BNY Mellon Join us on: August 9, 7:30am.-9:30am. Location: Rivers Casino, 777 Casino Dr. Pittsburgh, …
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To kick off nationally recognized Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month in May, OCA-Pittsburgh has been working with Councilman Gilman’s office to issue a proclamation recognizing the 135th anniversary …
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Local Library Provides a Welcoming and Inclusive Service for Pittsburgh’s Immigrant and Refugee Populations Vibrant Pittsburgh had the great pleasure of recently visiting with Paula Kelly, Director of the Whitehall …
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Vibrant Pittsburgh’s Welcome Cohort enjoyed a fun night out with our recent Game Night. Members came ready to enjoy delicious food and drink, laugh, make friends, and yell “Jenga!” The …
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With funding from , Vibrant Pittsburgh staff and representatives from member organizations and the traveled to Charlotte, NC in April 2017 to learn more from a region that has seen a marked increase …
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“Thanks for making civil discourse cool again!” said Douglas Florey, executive director of the Laughlin Children’s Center. He was one of nearly 100 hosts who held dinners, inviting guests of …
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Holiday Greetings to you! Doesn’t it seem like there’s never enough time in December? Potlucks at the office, holiday plays at the kids’ school AND you have to cook and …
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We are pleased to announce that our Leading the Way member, Highmark Health, has been named “Regional Corporation of the Year” by the Eastern Minority Supplier Development Council. This award …
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Vibrant Pittsburgh and The Partnership Inc. have announced a formal collaboration to work on how best to advance and support multicultural professionals and increase diversity in business and our local …
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Challenges still exist in improving workforce diversity in Pittsburgh. Patty Bucek, Vibrant Pittsburgh’s National Director of Marketing and Talent Attraction, discusses them and solutions with host Sheila Hyland, at Alloy …
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April is Diversity Month, a time to recognize and celebrate other cultures and populations. During the pandemic, we have all witnessed the cancellations of numerous major events and celebrations in …
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In a week that originally focused on “reopening the region,” many of us have been reminded that there is more than one pandemic affecting our lives and local economies. Racism. Today, …
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Working collectively to shift the culture, not just the perception of the Pittsburgh region, it is important to ask: how do we make Southwestern Pennsylvania a destination of choice for people …
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As we move into an era where both individuals and organizations are attempting to be more intentional in their attempts at allyship, specifically towards Black and/or African American employees, it’s …
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THE PITTSBURGH REGION IS GOING TO THE UPCOMING 2017 JOINT NATIONAL BLACK MBA ASSOCIATION AND PROSPANICA (FORMERLY NATIONAL SOCIETY OF HISPANIC MBAS) CONVENTION AND CAREER FAIR IN PHILADELPHIA SEPT 26-SEPT …
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7:30am.-9:30am. Breakfast will be served Rivers Casino, 777 Casino Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Free parking available Jyoti Chopra is Managing Director and Head of Global Citizenship and Sustainability at BNY …
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On June 26th, the Supreme Court allowed parts of President Trump’s Executive Order concerning refugees and immigrants to take effect starting July 29th. Here are the highlights: This decision will …
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In past years, Pittsburgh has seen the emergence of several exciting programs and initiatives all aimed at increasing resources and creating a welcoming atmosphere for our city’s immigrant and refugee …
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“Pittsburgh has long been a vibrant mix of technology and tradition, a blending of ethnic customs and civic pride. As our city and its people evolve to meet the challenges …
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Sé de primera mano las luchas de mudarse a una nueva ciudad. Mi nombre es Paola Rosenbaum, nací y crecí en Costa Rica y español es mi lengua materna. Después …
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It is Welcoming Week, which means that organizations around the US are creating events that highlight the cultural diversity of our country, and reach out to newcomers. This event was …
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“For the cities of the Midwest, restricting current immigration levels is the last thing they need: an unnecessary tourniquet applied to a precious supply of new regional residents and workers,” …