Virginia is for lovers

In this episode of the Charmaine Michelle Show, Charmaine reflects on her recent layoff and the overwhelming support she received from her UVA alum community. She discusses the importance of programs that assist individuals in career transitions, the power of intersectionality in understanding diverse human experiences, and the impact of education on global perspectives. Charmaine also delves into societal shifts, the complexities of American identity, and the challenges of consumerism. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the significance of empathy, kindness, and gratitude in navigating personal struggles and fostering connections in a diverse world.

Notes on intersectionality:

Coined by legal scholar Kimberlé Crenshaw in 1989, intersectionality is a framework for understanding how various aspects of an individual's social and political identities—such as race, gender, class, sexuality, and ability—intersect to create unique experiences of privilege or oppression. 

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