Coaching for Leaders 441: Journey Towards Diversity and Inclusion, with Willie Jackson
Nov 18, 2019
Willie Jackson, a diversity, equity, and inclusion consultant and founder of the online magazine Abernathy, shares his transformative journey toward promoting diversity. He discusses the gap between good intentions and impactful actions in diversity efforts. Jackson emphasizes the importance of empathy in conversations about privilege and race. He also reflects on his mistakes, touching on the need for continuous learning and authentic engagement. The dialogue offers resources to deepen understanding and fosters a commitment to meaningful change in leadership.
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Willie Jackson's Journey into Diversity and Inclusion
- Willie Jackson's exposure to social issues, like police brutality, grew through social media.
- This led him to create 'Abernathy', an online magazine for Black men.
Inevitability of Mistakes
- Mistakes in diversity and inclusion work are inevitable due to systemic issues and lack of open discussion.
- Societal structures like segregated neighborhoods and biased policies contribute to these challenges.
Dave Stachowiak's Diversity Realization
- Dave Stachowiak realized his podcast lacked diversity after a listener pointed it out.
- This prompted him to actively seek ways to improve representation on his show.
