A newly launched two-year pilot project aims to address the underrepresentation of African Nova Scotians in the province's workplaces. The Diversity Employment Network was created by Black Business Consulting, the social enterprise arm of the Black Business Initiative group. She said employers are looking to increase diversity and the network aims to put African Nova Scotians directly in front of employers so that they are given the opportunity to prove themselves. Board-level changeFor meaningful change to take place, Fashoranti said African Nova Scotians also have to be present in companies at decision-making levels. Employers and job seekers can contact the DIversity Employment Network through its website.

Source: CBC News March 15, 2021 09:00 UTC