Perhaps I am no longer responsible for helping White people learn about race and racism? Recently, I joined our department’s racial equity planning committee. After nearly 20 years working in diversity/equity/inclusion (DEI) work in higher education, I thought it would be
Tag: Identity
Book Excerpt: Steps to Being Mindful as a Facilitator
Even when we are in the middle of leading a facilitated experience, we have the responsibility to be mindful about how we “show up.” There are many ways to be mindful before, during and after the experience. In the excerpt from the new book, The SAGA Facilitation Model, I explore how you can improve your ability to be mindful when planning and participating in a facilitated meeting, workshop or training
Book Excerpt: Recognizing Your Own Implicit Biases when Leading Tough Conversations
No person exists without biases. In leadership roles or when leading tough conversations, they may stop the group from fully participating. I believe that order to be the best facilitator we must work on the parts of ourselves that keeps
Within My Intersectionality, Who Shows Up First?
How do you show up for others with your multiple identities? What more can you learn to do for others? I did a deep reflection and share what I discovered I could do. Last weekend, I had the opportunity to