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PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Sesame Place has filed a $25 million class action lawsuit alleging multiple discrimination cases as a result of protests stemming from a video of a costumed character scratching two people. Announced implementation of diversity and inclusive training for employees. A 6-year-old black girl has gone viral online.
The Sesame Street-themed parks operated by SeaWorld Parks said in a statement Tuesday that they will have until the end of September to participate in trainings designed to address stigma, promote inclusion and prevent discrimination. All employees are required to participate in
Training developed by civil rights educators will also be integrated into all new hire onboarding, stating it will "be a regular part of training and talent development." said. Said.
In July, a video circulated online showing a Sesame Street character waving at her two black girls during a parade at Sesame Place, causing an outcry online. Anger arose. The girl's single mother, Jody Brown, posted the video on her Instagram.
Kathy Valeriano, president of Sesame Place Philadelphia, said the park has already begun implementing temporary measures while the park's review continues.
"We are committed to ensuring that our guests feel welcomed, included and enriched by their visit to our parks," said Valeriano. .
His CEO of SeaWorld, Mark Swanson, said he plans to meet with the Brown family on Thursday, along with the Reverend Jesse Jackson, to "address the flaws he pointed out in this latest press release." Bivory Lamar said. family lawyer.
