RIZE Up

Leadership asks us to grow, evolve, and transform. Just askElaine and Kyle, a dynamic mother and son duo and co-founders of Naqsmist Storytellers, which is home to the Cultivating Safe Spaces framework that is known worldwide as developed by Elaine. Elaine stepped down as CEO, passing the role to Kyle. You will hear from them on what it means to co-lead, intergenerational leadership, and the impor...

In this episode, Vanessa and Ariana introduce their R.I.Z.E framework and how it can be used to put the theory of decolonizing into practice within your workplace. We explore how the R.I.Z.E framework can guide leadership questions, strategic planning sessions, and offer insight into how we make decisions. Let's dig in. Connect with us: Website: https://www.decolonizeandrize.com LinkedIn: http...

AI is everywhere these days. At Decolonize and Rize we’ve grappled with how or if we should use AI. We know the allure and usefulness of AI and we’re also mindful of the vast amounts of ethical concerns with it. Join us as we unpack the complexities, explore things to be aware of, and discuss how to use this tool in a relational way.  Connect with Jace: https://www.coyaproductions.ca/ Connect with...

Can profits coexist alongside a decolonial approach to business? Can we actually decolonize our businesses while still interacting in the broader "business world" which is heavily rooted in colonialism and capitalism? These are two questions we address from recent workshops we held. There is of course no one single answer to these questions; instead, we look at various perspectives and t...

At Decolonize and Rize we're big on decolonizing business, but what does that look like in reality? What can settler owned businesses do to increase their social impact, do business in a good way and contribute to land back? Where or how does one start? Meet Sarah - a serial entrepreneur, coach and consultant. In her words: “When we are actively working to improve a situation, we are choosing...

Cancel Culture isn't just a buzz word; it has real world implications and ripple effects on our society and communities. Although cancel and call-out culture was intended to hold folks accountable when harm is done – what if it actually exasperates harm and upholds a colonized mentality?  Join us for this conversation with Decolonize and Rize and our guest Asha Frost to discuss all things canc...

At Decolonize and Rize, one of our values that grounds and guides our work is Embodiment . But what exactly does that mean? Colonization has created disconnection—disconnection to self, others, and the land .Part of the decolonizing journey involves reestablishing those connections.  Join us as we talk about what it means and what it feels like to embody your truth, embody liberation, and embody t...

Welcome to RIZE Up, a podcast where we chat about all things decolonizing. Our first episode is a solo episode with Vanessa and Ariana where we chat about critical thinking: what is it, and why is it necessary in order to disrupt the status quo? Let's talk about it! We also answer a question we received in a past workshop: "Is there a universal definition for what decolonization actually...