In this thought-provoking episode, Dee and Shawna welcome the dynamic Kimberly Robinson Williams, a seasoned leader and advocate for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). With a career spanning over 25 years, Kimberly has been at the forefront of transformative DEI initiatives across industries, from Fortune 500 companies to nonprofit organizations.
Together, we dive into the evolving landscape of DEI—reflecting on its momentum during the pandemic, its challenges and progress in the current climate, and its potential future under a Trump administration. Kimberly shares her unique perspective, drawing from her experience as a trailblazer and her current roles at the Urban League of Springfield and FDR & Associates.
Join us as we explore how to MOVE what most people feel is a MOMENT in time, forward to ensure lasting change. This is an episode you won’t want to miss if you’re passionate about equity, inclusion, and shaping a better future for all.
Special shout out to Yvonne McDuffie Winfrey, Producer extraordinaire, and Emily Kiihnl from The UNCollective for your dedication and continuous support! Connect with Us Follow us on social media and let us know your thoughts on today's episode!
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One Small Change: Every week, we share one small thing we can do to make a difference. Kimberly shared the 3 guiding principles recently announced by the Urban League's President and CEO Marc H. Morial, as part of this new phase of civil rights that we can all implement into our lives: Defend Democracy! | Demand Diversity! | Defeat Poverty!
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