A Discussion About Diversity
After all this time—and endless discussion—why is diversity still not a given in this industry?
Why is it that so many associations and supplier organizations in our industry—where women are overwhelmingly the majority—have male leaders?...
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: How Event Industry Associations Are Supporting DEI Initiatives
MPI, PCMA and ASAE are taking diversity, equity and inclusion seriously — and have a plethora of resources meeting professionals can take advantage of in drafting and implementing DEI initiatives of their own.
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Women-Focused Meeting Industry Groups
These three women-focused meeting industry groups are places women can network, learn from one another, and help each other advance their careers.
Inspiration for International Women’s Day
In honor of International Women's Day on March 8, we have compiled some of our most inspiring articles for you.
WINiT Names Top 50 Women in Travel
“These women have been selected in part for their dedication to reaching a hand out to help other women rise in the industry as well.”
Gender Gap Still Exists
Although strives regarding gender have been made, many fields are still widely male-dominated, and the event industry is no exception.
Questions About Race Addressed
Seven Black executives from destination marketing organizations across the country partnered on a video to share their experiences and encourage an open dialogue about race.
Events Industry Speaks Out
As the nation, and the world, reels from the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis, the events industry is responding.
SITE Fights for Women Speakers
Annamaria Ruffini, past president of SITE, is fighting for women speakers and calling for a boycott of meetings where the faculty is exclusively male.
Know Your Dates
Review interfaith calendars, consult religious organizations or even college campuses before planning meetings or events that may fall on important holidays.
There’s Now a Toolkit for Mitigating Travel Bans
Destinations International offers meeting planners and destination organizers toolkits to help mitigate travel bans and boycotts.
Travel Safe: 6 Tips for LGBT Attendees
LGBT attendees face unique safety concerns when traveling for meetings and events.
Prepping Attendees With Dietary Needs for International Travel
For those suffering from autoimmune diseases and other strict dietary concerns, jet lag and foreign food can quickly become a nightmare.
Hyatt Bans Hate Groups
A line has been drawn, sending a clear message of acceptance at a time of unprecedented—in-your-face—intolerance.