The Equity Hour
Welcome to The Equity Hour, a Dragonfly Rising podcast where we delve into powerful conversations on social justice, equity, education, and personal growth. Join your host, Dr. Tami Dean—an experienced leader, coach, speaker and facilitator with over 25 years of expertise—as she offers practical tips, resources, and actionable strategies to help you integrate equity into learning and working environments. Whether it’s a solo episode filled with insights or an engaging discussion with passionate educators, thought leaders, and change-makers, each episode is designed to inspire and empower you to create more inclusive and equitablespaces. Tune in each week to explore the challenges and successes of fostering diversity, inclusion, and cultural competence in schools and beyond.
The Equity Hour
The Power of Purpose: Embracing Leadership through Equity
In this compelling episode of "The Equity Hour," Dr. Tami talks with Katie O'Malley, a seasoned career coach and workplace strategist, to explore the transformative power of leadership rooted in equity and social justice. Drawing from her extensive experience across the nonprofit, corporate, and education sectors, Katie shares her personal journey from the south side of Chicago to the forefront of social impact coaching. Together, they discuss the systemic challenges within workplaces, the significance of cultural humility, and the importance of aligning one's career with core values.
This conversation delves into critical issues such as the pervasive impact of white privilege, the silent burden of white guilt, and the ongoing struggle for equity within marginalized communities. Katie's candid reflections on her work with organizations like the Innocence Project and the AIDS Foundation of Chicago provide listeners with a deep understanding of how systemic inequities manifest and how they can be challenged.
Whether you're an educator, leader, or advocate, this episode will inspire you to embrace a leadership style that not only uplifts those around you but also fosters a culture of inclusion and respect.
To connect with Katie:
(en)Courage Coaching
katie@encouragecoaching.org
encouragecoaching.org
IG: encouragecoachchicago
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