As the COVID-19 pandemic limits our ability to physically reach for connection, JustLead and the Washington Race Equity & Justice Initiative (REJI) are creating more virtual spaces for learning and … Continue reading Welcome to JustLead’s Blog
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By: Talisa Lavarry (She/Her) Tokenism in the Workplace The recent clamors for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) have become even more pronounced after episodes of events like the murder of … Continue reading Tokenism In The Workplace
Jennifer Werdell Author: Jennifer Werdell, Former Executive Director, JustLead Washington As JustLead passes its 5th Anniversary, I am reflecting on what an intense five years it has been – for the … Continue reading Reflections on Our First Five Years and News of What’s Ahead
Guest Author: Imani Shannon (they/them), Equity and Justice Lead, Washington State Bar Association Imani lives at the intersections of being Black, mentally ill, queer, and trans nonbinary/agender. They are deeply … Continue reading The Importance of Not Misgendering Someone
By Tara Dowd, Deputy Director, JustLead Washington. Contributions by Omid Bagheri and Ada Shen-Jaffe. Breathing. Its inarguably a right that belongs to every being on this planet, except for in … Continue reading Centering Black Experiences & Leadership for Our Collective Liberation
We notice that our colleagues and loved ones are increasingly seeking out books, articles, and other resources to help make meaning of our challenging times, engage in deep learning, or, … Continue reading What We’re Reading Now, Vol. 1