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The Silent Push-Out: How Black & Brown Women in Tech Are Being Set Up to Fail (And How to Protect Yourself)

Black & Brown women in tech face unfair PIPs & reviews. Learn why it happens & 3 ways to protect yourself. Plus, leadership tips!

Mar 113 min read

Amplifying DEI with WomenTech's AI Collaborative Articles

WomenTech's collaborative articles have a lot of potential to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within the tech community.

May 9, 20242 min read

I need work. Hire me.

Never in a million years did I think I'd find myself in such a low place. Each day begging for work, trying to prove my worth.

May 1, 20244 min read

What's a "Diversity Hire?" It's Time to Desegregate Internship and Fellowship Job Titles.

I now question the use of "diversity" when we refer to people. After all, an individual cannot be diverse.

Apr 30, 20242 min read

Inclusive Leadership: Not Just for People Managers

You don't have to be formally assigned to a leadership or managerial position with direct reports to inspire and influence others.

Apr 29, 20241 min read

What comes after burnout?

Is there a level beyond burnout? If it exists, that's where I am. For months, sleep has been elusive, and lately, it's only worsened....

Jan 16, 20243 min read

DEI in 5 - Ep15 - The Harmful Effects of Misrepresenting Your Identity as a DEI Professional

Today, I want to talk about the harmful effects of misrepresenting one's identity, particularly in the diversity, equity, and inclusion...

Mar 7, 20234 min read

DEI in 5: Bite-Sized Discussions on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Ep14: Resistance to DEI

On March 1st, there was an article published in HBR, Harvard Business Review, written by three psychology researchers, who’s recent...

Mar 6, 20234 min read

DEI in 5: Bite-Sized Discussions on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Ep12: Common DEI Roles

Today, we're going to be talking about some common diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) roles that exist both internally within an...

Mar 2, 20233 min read

DEI in 5: Bite-Sized Discussions on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Ep11: The Business Case

Today's episode was unscripted and... random :) Please enable captions on YouTube for a written version. In episode 11, of "DEI in 5:...

Mar 1, 20231 min read

DEI in 5: Bite-Sized Discussions on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Ep10: DEI vs. ESG

Today I want to talk about the differences and similarities between two areas of corporate social responsibility —ESG and DEI. If you’re...

Feb 28, 20233 min read

DEI in 5: Bite-Sized Discussions on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Ep9: House Bill 999

Today, I want to talk to you about a recent development in the education sector. Last week, on Feb 21st, 2023, House Bill 999 was...

Feb 27, 20232 min read

DEI in 5: Bite-Sized Discussions on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Ep8: Intersectionality

Today we’re talking about intersectionality. What is intersectionality? To start, the term was first coined in 1989 by law professor and...

Feb 27, 20232 min read

DEI in 5: Bite-Sized Discussions on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Ep7: Psychological Safety

Before we dive into today's video, I want to emphasize that these 5-minute DEI discussions are not meant to be comprehensive or...

Feb 23, 20232 min read

DEI in 5: Bite-Sized Discussions on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Ep6: "Culture Fit"

During yesterday’s episode, episode 5, we defined company culture. If you missed it, definitely go back and check it out; it was about 4...

Feb 22, 20232 min read

DEI in 5: Bite-Sized Discussions on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Ep5: Defining Company Culture

Today, we're going to define company culture and discuss why it's essential to include it as part of an organization's DEI goals and...

Feb 21, 20232 min read

DEI in 5: Bite-Sized Discussions on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Ep4: "I don't see color"

Today, we're tackling the harmful statement, "I don't see color" as it relates to race. Now, unless you're talking about a visual...

Feb 20, 20233 min read

DEI in 5: Bite-Sized Discussions on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Ep3: "Reverse Racism"

Video: https://youtube.com/live/uRKX2BxFlbg Today we are going to be unpacking the concept of “reverse racism.” I was recently featured...

Feb 17, 20233 min read

DEI in 5: Bite-Sized Discussions on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Ep2: Your "Diversity Hire"

Video: https://youtube.com/live/qbd5bj8x9As Today I want to share a few reasons why we need to stop referring to non-white, non-cishet...