EquitAble

July is National Minority Mental Health Month. In this episode, we revisit past episodes to hear from our guests about mental health and why it is an equity issue.  Episodes include Mind with Dr. David Goode-Cross Self-Reflection with Dorian Spears Somatics with Dr. Mary Jo Greil Wellness with Jacqueline Oselen These episodes can be found at the Standpoint Consulting website . You'll also get to m...

"I look at everything in terms of relationships. Social poverty basically is you don't have in your home, on your street, in your network, in your neighborhood, the kinds of institutions and relationships that are essential to human flourishing. And we don't really think about human flourishing very much. We we talk about need, but human flourishing depends upon certain types of relationships for...

"For us, the central premise of equity from an early childhood standpoint is that all people begin their developmental journey with very differing levels of resources. Those resources are determined by social positioning. So race, ethnicity, class, gender, ability, sexuality, nationality, on and on. And in order for us to realize equity, we have to redistribute resources based on the needs of the...

"For all the work that I do, I don't actually use the word equity in my work. Generally, right? Because I don't know that it's achievable. What I probably use is trying to do right by people or trying to be fair. And you know, the myriad definitions of fair...I really try to think through, how do I do right by this person? How do I do right by people? And I would say, the growth over the last 3 ye...

"Writing Black stories that center joy and everyday experiences is a revolutionary act that shifts narratives and challenges stereotypes." This episode with Kelis Rowe spotlights the critical need for authentic representation of Black American teenagers in young adult romance novels. The discussion emphasizes the importance of these narratives in fostering a positive self-image and broader societa...

"Sustainability is about legacy. Looking forward to generations of people and shifting your behaviors today so that they can have a better outcome tomorrow." This episode focuses on how Yinka Bode-George's organization acts as a catalyst in aligning corporate sustainability efforts with environmental justice. Addressing the complex issues of environmental racism and inequity, Yinka shares insights...

Inequitable organizations can cause harm to the people within them, and it's not just the harm of preventing them from becoming their best selves or preventing them from showing up in their best ways in the workplace. But it's also harmful to our bodies and our minds. In this episode, you'll hear from Dr. Mary Jo Greil, who's had a lengthy career in the corporate world and is now an executive and...

We're joined on this episode by the esteemed Dr. Charles McKinney, a notable historian and professor of African American history and the director of Africana Studies at Rhodes College. Today, we look at the crucial role history plays in our understanding of equity in society. Charles brings to light the challenges of studying and teaching historical realities, especially those surrounding the blac...

Health and wellness is an industry in the US. Beyond the business and economics, it’s also a matter of equity. Inequities in where we live and work, and where children go to school -- and even the availability of food -- all of this and more can deeply impact wellness. In this episode, you’ll hear from Jacqueline Oselen, or "Jackie O." as she’s known by friends, who is a mother of 3 sons, a beauti...

Recognizing our shared humanity is essential to equity work. Lisa Moore has had a lengthy career in human development, both for youth and adults. In essence, her life's work has been centered on our shared humanity. In this episode, host Dr. Adriane Johnson-Williams sits down with the inspiring Lisa Moore, founder of Moore Possibilities and former CEO of Girls Inc. of Memphis and a passionate advo...

"I don't believe that people learn or will evolve if all we do is engage in diplomacy and dance around the core issues of where people are deeply offended and traumatized." Fatimah Gilliam, an expert in equity, diversity, leadership, and negotiation sheds light on the significance of engaging with core issues surrounding race, trauma, and offense beyond mere diplomacy. As a powerful voice for trut...

In this episode, host Dr. Adriane Johnson-Williams is joined by the insightful Dr. Audrey Selian, an advocate for compassionate and empathetic investment practices. Dr. Audrey Selian shares her experiences and wisdom, touching on topics such as the fluid identity of Armenians in the United States, the history and values of Armenia, and the challenges and opportunities in impact investing. The conv...

Systems are made up of people and people have biases no matter how good their intentions, they aren’t always fully informed. This is true in philanthropy and politics and as we all know, there is a great deal of power in philanthropy and politics. So the degree to which they are informed by equity or practice equity has real implications for all of us. In this episode, you hear from Tomeka Hart Wi...

In this episode, we take on the importance of fair compensation and transparency in achieving equity, emphasizing the need to uplift marginalized voices and provide opportunities for underrepresented groups. Equity and Inclusion Practitioner, Generator, and Visionary Dorian Spears and host Dr. Adriane Johnson-Williams discuss the complexities of working with powerful entities and the significance...

Explore the heart of equity with Dr. Adriane Johnson-Williams on the Equitable podcast. Join conversations with leaders from various fields as they share the challenges and triumphs of making workplaces truly equitable. Learn how personal growth is integral for leaders and discover the necessary investments, both personal and financial, for better business outcomes. Understand the tough yet doable...