Diversity
VF, Caleres, Abercrombie, Levi’s Receive Perfect Marks from Human Rights Campaign
Fashion firms received high scores on the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index.
REI’s Accelerator Fund Invests in Renegade Running Retailer
The Oakland, Calif.-based company was founded by Victor Diaz to encourage people of color to embrace the…
Lululemon Founder Says Popular Brand Isn’t for ‘Certain Customers’
Chip Wilson has a storied track record of rankling the public consciousness with controversial remarks.
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True Religion to Participate in LA’s Leimert Park Juneteenth Festival
The denim brand is joining forces with Still Rising Corp.
Building Diverse Workplace ‘Right Thing to Do,’ LS&Co. Says
The company's 2022 DE&I impact report shows that the Levi's parent is making progress against its 2020…
Macy’s Mission Every One Celebrates One Year
Macy's social purpose platform will dedicate $5 billion of its spend through 2025.
Dwyane Wade, Rosario Dawson Back New ‘Forward’ Accelerator for Black, Latinx Business Minds
Afterpay owner Square launched the new business incubator to support underrepresented entrepreneurs owners.
Tommy Hilfiger Supports Startups; Reimagines Classics for Spring
Two health-focused startups won the Tommy Hilfiger Fashion Frontier Challenge.
Wayfair Diversifies Suppliers With ‘Celebrate Black Makers’ Launch
The program was designed to recognize and promote Black-owned businesses selling their products on Wayfair.
Project NY Examines Representation in Content Creation
Project NY panelists discussed how representation influences how content comes to life.
Interloop Puts People First by Establishing Diverse, Engaged Workforce
When Interloop rolled out its Vision 2025 strategy in 2021, it set many targets for growth across its apparel…
Vans Owner Aiming for Total Gender Parity in Leadership
VF Corp said it is on track to see women in half of the roles at director-level and above by 2030.
Macy’s, Dick’s Pour Millions Into ‘Social Purpose’
Macy's new program aids diverse-owned and underrepresented businesses, while Dick's is investing in…