In this episode of the Living Out Loud Discussion Series, Kim Mettler and I talk about layers of accountability that are commonly missed within the context of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) work. We share personal stories while weaving the concepts together as they are all related and significant impact organizations' ability to create safe and healthy communal spaces at work.
Our Guest
Kim serves in many roles: coach, facilitator, trainer, mediator, leader, advocate, mentor and “recovering attorney.” She inspires reflection, learning and growth through her ability to co-create supportive spaces and to help build bridges between differing perspectives and experiences. Kim has a unique ability to quickly gain peoples’ trust through her sense of humor, grounding energy and authenticity. Kim’s resilience-oriented work is informed by her lived experience and more than 25 years working with Native American activists and in/on behalf of Native Nations. Of Ukrainian German and Jewish descent and a citizen of the Mandan, Arikara and Hidatsa Nation, Kim is rooted in her cultural values of connection, community, equity and healing. To maintain a full-cup for her work, Kim enjoys being outdoors, creating ceramic and mixed media art, storytelling, cooking, yoga and is a dedicated nap-taker.
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To get in touch with Kim Mettler, you can contact her here:
- Email: heartrivercoaching (AT) gmail.com
Episode Chapters:
00:00 Setting the Stage 03:08 Kim Mettler's Journey and Advocacy Work 08:52 Accountability and Community Impact 21:17 Safety and Discomfort in Conversations 27:41 Skill Sets in Feedback and Reflection 29:58 Intent vs. Impact 34:37 The Nuances of Accountability and Safety 40:11 Creating Supportive and Accountable Environments 48:42 Leadership, Inquiry, and Cultivating Open Spaces 54:26 Continuous Learning and Growth 57:05 Wrap Up
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