Sesame Place to train workers on diversity after lawsuit

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Controversy erupted over alleged racism at Sesame Place in July. Video posted online of an employee dressed as the turquoise Muppet Rosita appearing to refuse to high-five two 6-year-old Black girls during a parade. The changes will be developed and overseen by experts in civil rights and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

2 months ago·New York, United States

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Sesame Place to train workers on diversity after lawsuit

Sesame Place has announced the implementation of diversity and inclusion training for its employees following a US$25 million class-action lawsuit alleging multiple incidents of discrimination after outcry sparked from a video of a costumed character snubbing two 6-year-old Black girls went viral online.

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Sesame Place Announces Changes To Diversity Programs After Recent High-Profile Racial Incidents

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Sesame Place to train workers on diversity after lawsuit

A Sesame Street-themed park has announced the implementation of diversity and inclusion training for its employees

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Sesame Place announces diversity initiatives after accusations of racial bias

Sesame Place has announced new measures to expand its diversity, equity and inclusion efforts following a class action lawsuit alleging racial bias.

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Sesame Place to train employees on diversity and inclusion

A Sesame Street-themed park has announced the implementation of diversity and inclusion training for its employees. The announcement Tuesday follows a $25 million class-action lawsuit alleging multiple incidents of discrimination

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