Black Representation, Employment Discrimination, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) with Tiffany Obeng, Lawyer, Change-maker and Children's Book Author (Ep. 176)

 

Disclaimer:  Tiffany Obeng would like our listeners to know that the views expressed in this podcast are her own and my own views, and not that of any referenced organizations.  This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. It is not intended to create an attorney-client relationship, and you should consult with a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation.

Tiffany Obeng is a lawyer, a change-maker, and a children's book author on a mission to tackle diversity in the workplace. Seeing the daunting statistics highlighting the lack of diversity in law, particularly for Black women, inspired Tiffany to spend nearly 15 years fighting for equality in the workplace, from the trenches of employment law to providing strategic advice in higher education. But she realized the fight needed to start earlier. Now, she's using the power of storytelling to write children’s books to shape a future where diversity isn't just a buzzword, it's a reality. 

 

Key Takeaways:

• Understanding employment law & discrimination: learn about the difficulties of proving discrimination, the importance of knowing your employment rights, and special protections you have as a government employee.

• Black representation matters: discover how diverse children's books can inspire career exploration and foster inclusivity.

• Combating toxic work environments: gain strategies for recognizing and addressing toxic workplaces and advocating for change.

• Navigating job insecurity: receive practical advice for navigating job insecurity in today's economy.

• The power of storytelling: explore how literature can drive social movements, promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and empower future generations.

• Corporate responsibility & diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI): understand how corporate responses to social movements impact workplace equality.

 

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• Connect with Tiffany Obeng at https://www.sugarcookiebooks.com/, on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/sugarcookiebooks/, Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/SugarCookieBooks, and LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanyobeng/.  

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