WASHINGTON, Sept. 13,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hispanic Association on
Corporate Responsibility (HACR) proudly announces a powerful
coalition of allied organizations joining the Walk to Wall Street
initiative, a 240+ mile trek from Capitol Hill in Washington to New
York City's financial district. Partners in formation to
join HACR on this monumental journey include the National Urban
League, UnidosUS, the Human Rights Campaign Foundation,
Disability:IN, The Executive Leadership Council, the Asian American
Business Development Center, Global Black Economic Forum, SER Jobs
for Progress – National, Latino Corporate Directors Association,
Leadership Education for Asian Pacifics, the Women Business
Collaborative, MANA, a National Latina Organization, and Latino
Justice (PRLDEF). These organizations will join forces to champion
diversity, equity, and inclusion in Corporate America.
Led by HACR President and CEO Cid Wilson, the Walk to Wall
Street will kick off on September 17
in front of Capitol Hill in Washington. The walk will begin with a rally
at 10 am ET on the Capitol lawn at
the corner of 3rd St. and Constitution Ave. It will
feature remarks by the CEOs of the Human Rights Campaign,
Kelley Robinson, and the Women
Business Collaborative, Gwen K.
Young. Over four weeks, Wilson and members of the HACR team
will walk more than 240 miles to Wall Street in New York City, raising awareness of the
critical gaps in diversity, equity, representation, inclusion, and
belonging that persist in Corporate America. This quest is more
than just a physical feat—it is a powerful statement aimed at
driving comprehensive change across all levels of corporate
structure, from executive positions and C-suite roles to corporate
boards, supplier procurement, and philanthropic giving.
"Despite progress over the years, Corporate America still has a
long way to go in achieving true diversity, representation, and
inclusion," said Wilson. "This walk symbolizes the journey we must
all undertake to bridge these gaps. Each step I take is a call to
action for companies to commit to meaningful change and equity in
the workplace. 2024 is not a time to slow down or back down, and
it's certainly not a time to turn around. It's time to double down
on diversity, equity, and inclusion."
Participants are invited to join Wilson for segments of the
walk, with scheduled stops in key cities along the route:
- Baltimore on September 20
- Wilmington on September 27
- Philadelphia on September 30
- Trenton on October 3
- Newark on October 7
- Washington Heights
neighborhood in Manhattan on
October 10
- Lower Manhattan on
October 11
Each stop will highlight specific challenges and
opportunities related to diversity and inclusion, engaging local
communities and leaders in meaningful conversations. Rallies will
be held in Philadelphia on
September 30th
and New York City on
October
11th.
This initiative underscores the shared responsibility in
addressing and overcoming the challenges of inclusion and equity.
Wilson will be joined at various points by representatives from the
partnering organizations and potentially by allies from some of
Corporate America's largest companies. These partnerships and the
visible support along the route reflect a unified front advocating
for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The journey will culminate on Wall Street, symbolizing the heart
of Corporate America. This destination highlights the critical need
for diversity and inclusion at the highest levels of corporate
decision-making, as the call for equity spans from policy-making
centers to financial powerhouses. The walk aims to encourage those,
including many working within Corporate America, who have remained
steadfast in their support of DEI despite the backlash.
HACR invites corporate leaders, policymakers, media, and the
public to follow Wilson's journey and engage in this crucial
dialogue. HACR's social media channels and dedicated Walk to Wall
Street social media channels will share regular updates and
highlights of each leg of the trip.
For more information, to join Wilson on a segment of his walk,
or to support the cause, please email
info@walktowallstreet.org.
Please address media inquiries to HACR Director of
Communications and Marketing Andrea
Orlando at aorlando@hacr.org.
About HACR
Founded in 1986, the Hispanic Association on Corporate
Responsibility (HACR) is the nation's leading corporate advocacy
organization, representing 14 national Hispanic organizations
in the United States and Puerto Rico. Its mission is
to advance the inclusion of Hispanics in Corporate America in
Employment, Procurement, Philanthropy, and Governance. Through
their corporate leadership advancement programs, best-practice
conferences, research initiatives, and public engagements, HACR is
illuminating The Power of Hispanic
Inclusion™ throughout Corporate America.
HACR is one of four leadership organizations in the Alliance for
Board Diversity (ABD), including Catalyst, The Executive Leadership
Council, and Leadership Education for Asian Pacifics (LEAP).
Diversified Search serves as an advisory member. These groups aim
to advance the inclusion of women and people of color on corporate
boards.
Follow HACR's journey:
LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X,
and TikTok
Please use the hashtag #WalkToWallStreet #HACR
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