Dean Helen Williams

Greg interviews Dean Helen Easterling Williams, the first African-American woman to hold a dean position at Pepperdine University, offering a candid discussion on race and identity. They delve into the emotional challenges of leadership and the invisible labor often overlooked in academia. Dean Williams emphasizes the importance of deep listening and authentic communication in fostering understanding. The conversation also highlights the psychological impacts of historical injustices and the need for genuine dialogue to drive systemic change in communities.

Dean Helen Williams, the first African-American woman to serve as a dean at Pepperdine University’s Graduate School of Education and Psychology, joins the discussion on vital societal issues. She emphasizes the significance of deep listening in navigating racial conversations and fostering compassion. Personal anecdotes reveal the challenges of identity in predominantly white spaces. Williams highlights the responsibility of individuals in promoting equity and understanding, while encouraging authentic dialogues across racial divides. Hope and the power of storytelling emerge as tools for healing and change.