7.6 percent of the workforce is African-American<\/a>, compared to the 12.1 percent of the general workforce. Another thing we understand is that, because of the history of systemic racism in city planning, under-resourced communities and communities of color disproportionately bear the burden of environmental injustice and climate change. <\/p>\nThese are just a few of the reasons why GRID Alternatives Mid-Atlantic is dedicated to equity, inclusion, and diversity. Black History Month is a reminder to not only stand strong on these values, but to continue pursuing them every day of the year through our programming, our hiring processes, and the representation in our leadership. <\/p>\n
To celebrate Black History Month we asked our staff to tell us why they believe diversity is important and what Black History means to them. Here\u2019s what they had to say\u2026<\/p>\n
“Diversity is important is because it gives you a chance to learn different cultures and different perspectives. Black history, and history in general, is important because if we don\u2019t know where we came from, we don\u2019t know where we\u2019re going.” <\/p>\n
-Steven Donerson, Multifamily Solar Installer<\/p>\n
“This industry is new, and if we don\u2019t take the initiative to be intentional about who we\u2019re giving jobs to, who we\u2019re providing training to, then we\u2019re not going to change anything.”<\/p>\n
-Kaly Moore, Multifamily Solar Installation Supervisor<\/p>\n
“One of the most palpable examples of Black History and diversity is the Dominican Republic\u2019s rich mixture of Black, indigenous, and Spanish cultures. As a person that identifies as an Afro-Latino from that country, Black History Month is an opportunity to celebrate those that have fought for the cultural legacy we have today in the Dominican Republic.”<\/p>\n
-Andr\u00e9s Rosario, Community Outreach Manager<\/p>\n
Diversity and innovation go hand in hand \u2014 if all members of a group share common histories, behave relatively alike, and are content with maintaining the status quo, then the flow of new ideas will stagnate and eventually the group will fall behind others. When focusing attention on black historical figures and stories, students of history are provided a brief glimpse into the successes and challenges faced by disenfranchised innovators. <\/p>\n
-Robert Kirby, Commercial Solar Project Manager<\/p>\n
“For me, Black History is a living vessel. It is the compass by which I direct my life and fulfill my purpose as a decendent of Africa. All too often, the discussion of Black History by the mainstream is relegated to the civil rights movement and the people who participated in that era. However, Black History encompasses all darker people of the Earth, from Ethiopia to Ecuador.”<\/p>\n
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