Insights

Coined by Dr. Kimberle Crenshaw in 1989, the term “intersectionality” is just now gaining more traction in our healthcare equity, diversity, and inclusion discussions. Fundamentally, intersectionality is a metaphor for understanding the ways that multiple forms of...

I love a good mash-up of old school and new school music. The soulful tones of one era combine beautifully with the rhythmic relevance of modern forms (think Michael McDonald + Warren G), with both elements relating to the cultural realities of their time. As leaders,...

This. Article. Right. Here. ---> What Needs to Change About DEI - And What Doesn't by Lily Zheng Click the image ^above to open the article in a new tab. Many of you may have noticed that my tagline for 2024 has been "Translating Promises to Practice" (Trademark...

On June 19th, 1865, enslaved African-Americans in Texas were notified that they were free—more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. Over 150 years later, one way we commemorate this event is through our continuous journey toward equity. For...

If you have worked with me, or learned from me, you know that I LOVE unpacking the ins and outs of strategy implementation. While our focus may be on DEI and Health Equity (remember these are two different things!), there is a lot we can learn from our corporate...

It is certainly windy out here! As DEI and Health Equity leaders of consequence, change is instrinsic to the work that we do. We create it, manage it, and sustain it, all of which can be complex tasks to achieve. What do you do when the uncertainty, resistance, and...