Join hosts Alex Iannucci and Sydney Lobosco as they dive into the complexities of advocating for change and inclusion in organizational settings. This episode uncovers the challenges, strategies, and personal experiences that come with creating change and driving equity and justice.

- Discussion on focusing on marginalized individuals in educational training sessions

- Personal experiences of facing pushback and discrimination

- Importance of understanding one's influence in equity and justice work

- The need for well-balanced teams with different approaches to creating change

- Balancing inclusivity and accountability in challenging discussions

EPISODE TIMESTAMPS

00:00 DEI educators discuss responsibility for equity and justice.

05:56 Feedback on naming feelings in education session.

07:40 Expectation for teamwork; limitations of facilitation recognized.

12:20 Responsibility for handling privileged identity conversations perceived.

13:18 Relationship struggles over taking on more responsibility.

16:42 Your feelings are your responsibility to control.

19:45 Balancing tension, supporting marginalized identities.

23:28 Modeling positive behavior, embracing conflict, expressing feelings.

26:43 Navigating gender differences in professional communication challenges.

30:45 Various philosophies in advocacy, open communication invitation.

39:26 Acknowledging privilege and identity in communication challenges.

44:30 Emphasizing advocacy role and promoting transformation in spaces.

46:48 Encouraging pause before reaction, exploring diverse approaches.

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