Washington State Report Details Workplace Harm Against Black Women

A new report from Washington state reveals a pervasive issue of workplace harm affecting Black women. Conducted by the Washington State Women’s Commission and Blacks United in Leadership & Diversity, the survey found that nearly every Black woman reported experiencing microaggressions, exclusion, and barriers to advancement, despite their qualifications and commitment to public service. This finding emerges amidst a period where over 300,000 Black women nationwide have lost their jobs, often coinciding with the rollback of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Ayanna Colman, Chief Human Resources Officer for the Office of Administrative Hearings, shares more about the report on this episode of the Rythm & News Podcast. Interview by Chris B. Bennett.