
Navigating diversity in the Adirondack region: A conversation with Tiffany Rea-Fisher
Adirondack Diversity Initiative director discusses her work, and what inspires her to do it
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Online micro-credential course touts the economic benefits of building diversity, equity and inclusion practices into local businesses.
Adirondack Diversity Initiative director discusses her work, and what inspires her to do it
By Tim Rowland
A sign was unveiled Saturday officially changing the name of Negro Brook in Vermontville
Tiffany Rea-Fisher is used to taking center stage as a dancer, choreographer and artistic director. Soon she will be in a new spotlight as the Adirondack Diversity Initiative’s director.
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“There’s definitely comfort in numbers,” said Peggie Allen, of Troy. “It takes a lot to be the only person of color.”
The state’s early embrace of freedom fighters’ legacy is something to build upon, said Adirondack Diversity Initiative Director Nicole Hylton-Patterson.
The two Adirondack attractions are working to make the area more welcoming for people of color.