Maya Richard-Craven

2 months ago | forbes.com | Maya Richard-Craven

Being Black in the workplace is far from easy. From dealing with microaggressions to experiencing erasure, Black professionals can have a tough time at work. Despite facing challenges, Black people have the strength to overcome adversity. Now that some DEI programs and initiatives have been rolled back, it can be even more frustrating to be a Black professional in the United States. Instead of becoming discouraged, Black people should rally together in the workplace.

2 months ago | forbes.com | Maya Richard-Craven

Networking can be even more challenging for people who have anxiety disorders. It’s important to note that there are several types of anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and social anxiety disorder. According to The National Institute of Mental Health, ‘‘is characterized by persistent fear of one or more social or performance situations in which the person is exposed to unfamiliar people or to possible scrutiny by others.

Jan 13, 2025 | forbes.com | Maya Richard-Craven

Celebrities aren’t the only ones affected by the wildfires in Southern California. A Black community was almost entirely destroyed by the Eaton fire. I know because my family has been in the Pasadena/Altadena area for five generations. Also known as Dena, north Pasadena and the city of Altadena have a culturally rich history and a large Black population. So much of what I love has been diminished to rubble. Broken bits of memories— first playdates, first dates, first hair salon visits.

Jan 7, 2025 | forbes.com | Maya Richard-Craven

In recent years being neurodivergent has become less stigmatized. From creating employee resource groups (ERGs) for neurodivergent people to including neurodiversity in non-performative DEI efforts, one thing is clear— some neurodivergent people are finally being seen and heard. In the past being neurodivergent was highly frowned upon. Public shaming and sterilization were once common practice when it came to neurodivergence.

Dec 11, 2024 | forbes.com | Maya Richard-Craven

Having post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is far from easy. From dealing with flashbacks to having trouble sleeping to wanting to isolate, experiencing PTSD symptoms can be extremely difficult. I was diagnosed with PTSD and am on medication to get through the night without having nightmares or sweating excessively. I’m one of millions of Americans who has PTSD. In any given year . In other words, 5% of adults in the United States have PTSD. There are so many reasons people are diagnosed with PTSD.