Making Juneteenth Count
I let out a whoop of excitement when I heard Cognizant would observe Juneteenth as a company holiday for U.S. associates. Hailing from Texas, where the historic June 19 announcement of slavery’s end occurred in 1865, I’ve celebrated Juneteenth annually since I was a child. Honoring it today as a company holiday feels like part […]
Read MoreWhat the Girl Scouts Can Teach Us About Inclusion in the Workplace
This past summer, the Girl Scouts launched 18 Coding for Good badges, part of the organization’s focus on giving young girls the opportunity to learn about technology and encourage interest in STEM careers. This is great to see, but it also raises a question: Are we in the tech industry doing our part to ensure […]
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