Telling the stories of business and culture in New Hampshire’s diverse communities
603 Diversity is proudly produced by the team at Yankee Publishing | New Hampshire Group, located in Manchester, NH. 603 Diversity is a quarterly publication, inserted into print issues of New Hampshire Magazine and NH Business Review. Additionally, copies are available for purchase online.
WHAT IS 603 DIVERSITY?
603 Diversity Magazine is dedicated to sharing the stories at the intersections of business and culture in New Hampshire’s diverse communities. Each issue will feature profiles of New Hampshire’s business and arts leaders, guide readers to the wealth of locally-owned businesses in the state and explore the long history of diverse contributions to New Hampshire’s development into one of the highly ranked states in the country across a range of categories, from business and economy, to health care and opportunity.
603 Diversity’s mission is to educate readers of all backgrounds about the exciting accomplishments and cultural contributions of the state’s diverse communities, as well as the challenges faced and support needed by those communities to continue to grow and thrive in the Granite State.
CHOICEs is transforming Manchester’s youth through mentorship and second chances
Mentorship aims to divert young people away from violent activity
Artist Genevieve Aichele helps women find their voices
New Hampshire Artist Laureate introduces theatrical activities to women in prison
The sky’s the limit
Open Sky theater program at NH Prison for Men opens doors to a better future
Orchestrating diversity and growth
Nicholas So shares NH Philharmonic’s efforts in musical education and experience
Immigrants make significant contributions to NH workforce
2nd annual NH Songa conference highlights barriers and opportunities
To illustrate the mission of 603 Diversity, Seacoast artist Richard Haynes has provided one of his recent designs to accompany our publication’s motto for use as a logo. We are now selling this beautiful image on t-shirts and all proceeds will be donated to the Manchester Chapter of the NAACP.
In addition to the wonderful image by Richard Haynes, our search for an additional “Live Free and Rise” T-shirt design has come to a colorful conclusion. Artist Chloe Paradis will receive a $100 cash prize and the joy of seeing her rainbow-feathered purple finch appear on T-shirts and a variety of other merchandise, promoting the unifying motto of 603 Diversity. Chloe was a student at the Institute of Art & Design of New England College when she created the uplifting new image.
Shirts with both designs are available in a variety of colors, men’s and women’s sizes, styles, so you can find one that’s perfect for you! Plus, you can put the image on sweatshirts, mugs, stickers, towels and much more.
Contributors and Photographer
Amara Phelps
Musician and community organizer Amara Phelps loves to engage with her city of Manchester in more ways than one: fronting her popular local rock band Cozy Throne, teaching and sharing art in southern New Hampshire, and promoting community events and efforts for local publications, including Manchester Ink Link.
Vanessa Weathers
Vanessa Weathers is a devoted stay-at-home mom who has always been passionate about community and well-being. As a neurodivergent individual, Vanessa brings a unique perspective to her work. She created a digital community for Black women in NH that now has over 600 members and leads a committee dedicated to establishing a social club that prioritizes the needs of Black women, femmes and nonbinary individuals.
Alberto Ramos
Alberto Ramos heads the recently formed Center for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access at Plymouth State University. He serves as the chief diversity officer and affirmative action officer. He has partnered with PSU Black and Latinx student unions, PSU Pride, the Multicultural Club, faculty and staff to form a council of principal advisors and launched a Student Leadership Program. Ramos holds an M.A. in teaching English as a second language, and a B.A. in communication studies and travel and tourism.
James McKim
James McKim, who was involved in the original planning of 603 Diversity and has written essays for past issues, serves as managing partner of Organizational Ignition. He is driven by an intense need to help organizations achieve their peak performance through the alignment of people, business processes and technology. He is recognized as a thought leader in organizational performance, the uses of neuroscience and program management.
Yasamin Safarzadeh
Our events calendar was compiled by advocate, coordinator and educator Yasamin Safarzadeh, a native Angelino and current resident of Manchester. Safarzadeh hopes to secure a future for a more diverse young adult population in New Hampshire to ensure a more prosperous and effective future for all.
Richard Haynes
603 Diversity stories emphasize not only how things are, but how they might or even “ought” to be as we seek out and reveal our state’s diverse communities. When we needed a single image to summarize the mission of this magazine, we went to a man who has long been telling complex stories with bold strokes of color and universal symbols. Artist Richard Haynes provided a selection from his recent work for this purpose. See page 4 for how you can fashionably spread the good word.
603 Diversity stories emphasize not only how things are, but how they might or even “ought” to be as we seek out and reveal our state’s diverse communities. When we needed a single image to summarize the mission of this magazine, we went to a man who has long been telling complex stories with bold strokes of color and universal symbols. Artist Richard Haynes provided a selection from his recent work for this purpose. See page 4 for how you can fashionably spread the good word.
Suzanne Laurent
Raised in a diverse community in Boston, Massachusetts, Suzanne Laurent worked as a registered nurse for the Boston Head Start Program. She moved to Toronto, Ontario, in 1982, and unable to work as a nurse, Laurent pursued a career in photojournalism. She has been a resident of New Hampshire since 1987. She has an extensive award-winning background in journalism. She is also a juried photography member of the New Hampshire Art Association and a published poet.
Robert Ortiz
Primary photographer for 603 Diversity is Robert Ortiz of Robert Ortiz Photography. Ortiz began his photographic career at 15, and has chronicled everything from local weddings and events to the lives of the native peoples of the Peruvian Amazon. He lives in Rochester with his wife and son and 15-year-old daughter, Isabella, who is currently in training as his photo assistant.
Ernesto Burden, Editor and Publisher
Ernesto is the Vice President and Publisher for Yankee Publishing | New Hampshire Group
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Mike Cote, Managing Editor
Mike is the editor for New Hampshire Magazine and NH Business Review
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Mike is the editor for New Hampshire Magazine and NH Business Review
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Sarah Pearson
Sarah Pearson is the Managing Editor of Custom Publishing for Yankee Publishing | New Hampshire Group
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Emily Reily
Reily is the assistant editor with New Hampshire Group.
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Trisha Nail
Trisha Nail is NH Business Review’s assistant editor.
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John Ryan, Sales and Marketing
John Ryan is a sales executive for 603 Diversity and NH Business Review
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What’s inside the 13th issue (released October 2024):
- Igniting the Possibilities
- Essay: The Power of Storytelling
- Updating an Icon by Positive Street Art
- ADA-accessible trails in NH
- Cache of Historic Photos Shows Black Life in Turn-Of-The-Century Rye
- A Passion for Access
- A Community Coalesces
- Essay: Addressing technology bias against people with disabilities: Challenges and Solutions
- Shout Out: Granite State Latinas Recognized for Public Health Efforts
- Leading From the Ground Up
- Breaking Waves, Breaking Barriers
- Essay: Fostering Leadership in Black Women
What’s inside the 12th issue (released August 2024):
- It’s All in a Day’s Work for Stephanie Ihezie, MD
- Roller Derby Offers Welcoming Teams for All Identities
- Two Alternative, Creative Pride Celebrations
- A Future in Finance
- Science by the Shore
- New Shades of Granite Staters
- Shades of Progress Conference
- Advancing Careers for Those of Color
- European Luxury for All Legs
- Shout Out: Recognizing remarkable leaders
- Essay: The Interconnected Struggle for Civil & LGBTQ+ Rights in New Hampshire
- Essay: Differences make America stronger
- Essay: Latino History is American History
What’s inside the 11th issue (released May 2024):
- New Hampshire’s Abenaki People Are Still Here
- Akwesasne art makes NH debut
- The Beauty of Birch
- A Fusion of Cultural Fashion
- Passion for Photography
- Digging into Native American History
- Conference To Help Advance Business Goals for BIPOC Community
- Shout Out: A path to empathy and understanding
- Essay: Interfaith cooperation creates communities of belonging
- Essay: Following a tradition of community building
- Essay: Strength in unity: Community supports Mamadou Dembele after attack
- Essay: The impact of marginalization of indigenous people in New Hampshire
What’s inside the tenth issue (released February 2024):
- Strawbery Banke Makes an Important Black History Discovery at Penhallow House
- Helping New Hampshire’s Immigrants Find Career Success
- King at ‘The Pearl’
- New England Sweetwater Farm and Distillery Creates Award-winning Spirits
- New Road To Owning a Home
- Meet Dr. Wayne Lesperance New England College’s first Hispanic President
- Partners in Business and Life
- Shout Out: Ali Sekou makes history
- Essay: How lack of affordable housing impacts our communities of color
- Essay: BIPOC entrepreneurship grows in New Hampshire
- Essay: Investing in development of diverse leaders pay dividends
- Essay: NH’s ‘Divisive Concepts’ law threatens historical truth in the classroom
What’s inside the ninth issue (released December 2023):
- Alas de Frida Offers Deeper Dive Into Authentic Mexican Cuisine
- Stanley Arnoldo Orantes and Jaime Lopez Bring Authentic Latin American Fare to Exeter
- Portsmouth’s Poet Laureate Diannely Antigua
- Chiwoniso Kaitano Wants to Lead MacDowell to Greater DEI
- Bubble Up: NH Is Falling in Love With Exotic Asian Tea
- ‘Colors of Change’
- Opportunities and support: Great Bay Community College and Little Indonesia Link Up
- Shout Out: Eastern Bank Recognizes Will Arvelo
- Essay: NH Restaurants Should Give People With Disabilities a Chance
- Essay: Equality, Equity or Justice for All?
- Essay: Sharing the Work: A Better Way Forward
- Essay: Time Is Right for DEI To Shape New Hampshire’s Ski Industry
What’s inside the eighth issue (released August 2023):
- From Middle East to NH
- New Hampshire’s Ethnic Food Markets: Keene International Market
- New Hampshire’s Ethnic Food Markets: Aissa Sweets
- New Hampshire’s Ethnic Food Markets: Aneka Market
- New Hampshire’s Ethnic Food Markets: Mercy of God African Market
- Portsmouth’s Assistant Mayor Joanna Kelley
- A Place to Call Home
- Dartmouth Health Diversity Efforts Reach Another Milestone
- Essay: Sharing the Work: A Better Way Forward
What’s inside the seventh issue (released May 2023):
- Black History Holds a Special Place in Portsmouth NH 400 Celebration
- Along the Way: Day Trips into Black History
- David Vargas: James Beard Semi-Finalist for Outstanding Chef
- Spice up Your Summer Grill With a Dash of Diversity
- Essay: How One NH Immigrant’s Story Inspires Others Who Will Follow
- DEI Panel Enhances NH Summer Camp Experience
- Sarah Dak Turns Hair Braiding into an Art
- Essay: Mentors Have a Huge Role in Shaping Lives of NH Youth
What’s inside the sixth issue (released February 2023):
What’s inside the fifth issue (released December 2022):
- Fun for Everyone at NH’s Ski Areas
- Spice Up Your Holidays with These Dishes
- How to Run for Office in NH
- New England BIPOC Fest
- Profile: Chef Chris Viaud
What’s inside the fourth issue (released September 2022):
- A Look at “My Disability Roadmap”
- Enliven Your Sense with Caribbean Food
- Meet WMUR Anchor Monica Hernandez
- The Dinah Whipple STEAM Academy
- Profile of Daniella Vidal Allee
What’s inside the third issue (released July 2022):
- Exploring purposefully with Outdoor Afro
- Internationally trained nursing making a difference in NH
- Conversations with Madear’s Robb Curry
- A new direction for Concord’s Kimball Jenkins
What’s inside the second issue (released in February 2022):
- Generating Connections: First generation Americans on the air and on the rise
- Cultures of Health: Healthcare equity means better results
- Holy Dishes: Specialty dishes from local chefs
- Calenar: How to celebrate Black History Month
- Seeking Freedom: From Communist China to the state of New Hampshire
What’s inside the first issue (released in October 2021):
- Promoting Positivity With Street Art in Nashua
- Innovation and Resilience: Uniting to Support Entrepreneurial Diversity
- Authentic Cuisine: The Vessel of Unity
- Growing Up Different in NH
- The Future of Diversity in NH
Advertising Opportunities
Audience
603 Diversity puts your advertising message in front of a well-educated, affluent and influential audience including members of the diversity community in New Hampshire. Ranging from your local community members to the state’s key decision-makers, readers are looking to embrace and build diversity in the 603.
Distribution
The total reach of 603 Diversity is more than 75,000 New Hampshire readers including:
- Inserted in New Hampshire Magazine quarterly
- Inserted in NH Business Review quarterly
- Distributed to major state chambers of commerce
- Distributed as a digital edition by email to more than 40,000 readers statewide including members of the diversity community in NH
Contact Us For More Information
Ernesto Burden, Publisher
eburden@mcleancommunications.com
John Ryan, Sales Executive
jryan@mcleancommunications.com
Underwriters Rock!
The following 603 Diversity underwriter provided a significant financial foundation for our mission: enabling us to provide representation to diverse communities and for diverse writers and photographers, ensuring the quality of journalistic storytelling and underwriting BIPOC-owned and other diverse business advertising in the publication at a fraction of the typical cost. We’re grateful for our underwriters’ commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in this magazine, their businesses, and their broader communities.
