ADA 30th Anniversary Week of Action
This month—July 26, to be exact—marks the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the landmark civil rights legislation that works to increase access and opportunity for people with disabilities across community life, including employment. The All Access Employee Resource Group has planned a Week of Action to raise awareness about disability inclusion […]
The ADA Turns 30!
The ADA Turns 30! This month—July 26, to be exact—marks the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the landmark civil rights legislation that works to increase access and opportunity for people with disabilities across community life, including employment. EARN is pleased to advance the spirit of the ADA, this month and every […]
Virtual Tours of the Lab Now Available
Come learn about Berkeley Lab! As of July 2020 the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) Public Tour is going virtual! In response to COVID-related social conditions, Berkeley Lab is offering virtual tours of its facilities to the public. These are pre-scheduled, live, interactive, one-hour long sessions presented by Lab staff and scientists. Participants will […]
Three Questions for Open Mic Performer Ivy Clift
With her dark sunglasses and black leather jacket — an homage to idol Lou Reed — veteran musician Ivy Clift and her husband have thrilled Open Mic audiences with their raw interpretations of rock classics, and even cameoed the Lab Director for their last performance. Learn more in this 3Q4 profile. Our next open mic […]
Intersectionalilty: LGBTQ + People of Color Panel – July 21, 2020
Berkeley Lab employees are invited to an event hosted by Lawrence Livermore Lab’s Employee Resource Groups: Livermore Pride and the African American Body of Laboratory Employees (ABLE) will host a panel discussion with the theme of intersectionality on July 21st, 2020 12-1 pm. We will open Q&A to the audience after the panelists’ introductions and […]
Video: Pilot 1 Workers On-Site Share Thoughts
Working on Lab sites in the COVID-19 era, with limited staffing and safety controls in place, is different, but also familiar. In this brief video, Pilot 1 on site workers share their experiences working at the Lab with COVID-19 controls in place.
Pride Month Closes With Virtual Parade
After a month of activities — including talks, craft sessions, movie screenings, and Zoom gatherings — the Lab’s Pride month celebration concluded on June 30 with a parade of hand-crafted floats made by staff from Berkeley Lab, SLAC, and Livermore Lab. Check out the floats and the closing ceremony. FULL STORY & PICTURES>>
Webinar on Raising Racially Conscious Kids – June 25, 2020
Raising Anti-Racist Kids: What to Say and Do Bright Horizons is holding a discussion on June 25 at noon to help parents initiate conversations with young children on race. There will be tips on answering tough questions, taking actions to lay the groundwork for change, and impacting the kind of person their children become. REGISTER>>
Q&A with Kelliane Parker, Co-Chair of Berkeley Lab’s Lambda Alliance ERG
What inspired you to become the Co-Chair of Berkeley Lab’s Lambda Alliance Employee Resource Group? My main hobby is volunteering for purpose driven activities, both at work and home. When the former co-lead retired, I happily stepped up. What role do ERGs, and in particular the Lambda Alliance, have at Berkeley Lab? ERGs are the […]
Pride Month: Virtual Shoebox Float Parade & Flag Lowering
Pride is never cancelled; nor is the Pride Parade! Come join the celebration with Berkeley Lab shoebox floats. What is a Shoebox float parade? The origins are unclear, but shoebox parades appear to have started as elementary school projects. With COVID-19 restrictions virtual Pride parade variations with shoebox floats are emerging at universities like UCLA, […]
