Identity-Based Rejection and Seeking Inclusion

In this episode, Dr. Thema describes social anxiety, its causes, signs, and most importantly, ways of coping. She also attends to the realities of cultural identities, as she explores this important topic. For more information and support, check out her books Homecoming and Reclaim Yourself. The intro song is Beautiful by Joy Jones and the outro is The Joy also by Joy Jones. This week's poem was written by Renia White and commissioned by Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy (WOC) Symposium Event 11.13.24