LOOKING FORWARD TO NEW
DEVELOPMENTS IN THE NEW YEAR!
NEW BEGINNINGS
This is our first “Policy” issue and the first issue of the New Year and I am
ecstatic to share new and exciting visions for DyNAMC that have come into
fruition:
Introducing our new Editor -At-Large, Sheila Kay, whose role
will include her reoccurring column Tip of the Iceberg. Look
for the commemorative column in this issue.
Release of our new DyNAMC mobile app
developed to extend our reach.
Launch of newly designed DyNAMC
Website www.dynamcdiversitymag.com
Launch of DyNAMC Media Production to
cover diversity focused events nationwide.
Formation of an Advisory Board with the appointment of
those leaders who have demonstrated commitment to the
advocacy of diversity on a national level.
Aldrica Lattimore - Founder
makers working with you. Understanding
who those influencers are, and the processes
which are involved, in setting and enforcing
policy is critical to our mission of diversity.
President Barack Obama has explained it
this way, “There is probably a perverse pride
in my administration . . . that we were going
to do the right thing, even if short-term it
was unpopular. And I think anybody who’s
occupied this office has to remember that
success is determined by an intersection in
policy and politics and that you can’t be
neglecting of marketing, and P.R., and public
opinion.”
“Policy” is defined as a principle of action
adopted or proposed by a government, party,
business, or individual. To expand, policy
is the implementation framework under
which governmental and non-governmental
organizations, corporations, and businesses,
alike, work to solve economic, social, and
political or business issues. Policy defines the
roles and responsibilities of contributors in a
system to include the designation, allocation,
and delivery of resources to resolve issues.
This is significant because its consequences
proliferate through the fabric of our society,
either directly or indirectly. Policies encourage
certain behavior and equally encourage, as
well as discourage, particular actions.
Drug Policy Alliance and the Trevon Martin
Foundation. Skolnik has also worked on a
number legislative actions aimed at affecting
government policies. We are excited to share
what he has to say with DyNAMC readers.
In this issue focused on “Policy,” we feature
Michael Skolnik as our cover story. Skolnik
is the President and Chief Editor of
GlobalGrind.com. A civil rights activist and
strong communicator, Skolnik has been center
stage providing influence and leadership in a
wide range of policies affecting our nation.
He serves on the Board of Directors for the
“Understanding who those
influencers are, and the processes
which are involved, in setting and
enforcing policy is critical to our
mission of diversity.”
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PRESIDENT’S PERSPECTIVE
To affect major change in our society, you
must have the support and influence of policy
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In addition to our cover feature, you will find
interviews and insight from a wide range of
top policy influencers from around the nation.
You will hear from legislative representatives
from the Midwest, the West Coast and
East Coast as they discuss the issues with
which they are dealing in committees on
both the state and national level. They each
also provide their answer to our viewpoint
question:
Please leave your comments and feedback or
contact us to submit your views on our blog at
www.dynamcdiversitymag.com.
We love to hear from you!