Equity Under Fire: Why We Can’t Stay Silent

03/06/2025 1h 2min Temporada 2 Episodio 12
Equity Under Fire: Why We Can’t Stay Silent

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Send us a textIn this powerful episode of The Equity Hour, Dr. Tami Dean is joined by Dr. Shelly Jones Holt, founder and CEO of Leadership Legacy, for a courageous conversation that reframes what equity means in education, leadership, and society. They dive deep into neurodiversity, the myth of meritocracy, the impact of epigenetic trauma, and why authentic leadership requires discomfort.Together, they unpack:The roots of equity as a people-centered movementHow epigenetics and historical trauma affect generational outcomesWhy poor white communities must be included in the equity conversationHow educators and leaders can navigate discomfort to push for liberationThe power of family leadership and how bias starts at homeNeurodiverse brilliance and shifting social norms in the workplaceThis episode is both unflinching and hopeful—offering real-world insights for school leaders, DEI professionals, educators, and anyone working toward systemic change.🔗 Connect with Dr. ShellyWebsite: http://www.leadershiplegacyconsulting.com/Leadership Legacy Consulting💬 Share your thoughts using #TheEquityHour #LeadershipLiberation #EquityInAction Coaching Discovery Call Support the show Enjoying the show? Become a subscriber: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2226037/support Would you like to be on the show or know someone who Dr. Tami should talk with? Let us know!Follow us on Instagram to find more resources connected to today's episode.