Summary
In this engaging conversation, Shawna, Rachel, and Kat introduce Hady Mendez, a DEI expert, who shares her journey and insights on employee resource groups, cultural wisdom, and the challenges of navigating racial identity. The discussion highlights the need for allyship, the evolving understanding of racial categories, and the significance of joy and community support in personal and professional growth.
You can also watch the episode on YouTube!
Takeaways
- Mixed race identity is complex and varies greatly among individuals.
- Self-advocacy is crucial for underrepresented groups in the workplace.
- Cultural idioms can provide valuable life lessons and wisdom.
- The importance of employee resource groups in fostering community and support.
- Allyship is essential for creating inclusive environments.
- Racial categories in forms often fail to capture the diversity of identities.
- Colorism exists within the Latino community and affects perceptions of privilege.
- Personal narratives and experiences shape our understanding of identity.
- Joy and positivity can be powerful tools for personal growth.
- Community connections can provide validation and support in shared experiences.
Stuff to check out from mentions in the episode:
- Planning for the 2030 Census is Underway
- Coming to Our Census: Are the Race and Ethnicity Questions Needed?
- How the Census Bureau Stood Up to Donald Trump’s Meddling
- Why the 2030 census will likely show a drop in 'white' Americans
- Who The Census Misses
- Chapter 1: Race and Multiracial Americans in the U.S. Census (Census taker decided race)
- The changing categories the U.S. census has used to measure race
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