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Some of My Best Friends: A Personal Narrative of Love and Racial Equity
Racial Equity, Social Justice Kathryn Goetz Racial Equity, Social Justice Kathryn Goetz

Some of My Best Friends: A Personal Narrative of Love and Racial Equity

In this blog series, I’ve spoken about my commitment to racial equity and undoing the damage systemic racism has caused all of us. I’ve called out performative allyship, stressing that authentic engagement must come from gut-level and heart-level understanding, born of personal experiences that reveal the real benefits of DEI work. One question that lingers, even if unvoiced, is: Why? As a white person, even my own mother once asked me, “Why don’t you like white people? Why don’t you seem to trust people like you?”

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Where Do Jews Fit in DEI Conversations?
Social Justice, Racial Equity Kathryn Goetz Social Justice, Racial Equity Kathryn Goetz

Where Do Jews Fit in DEI Conversations?

Where do Jews fit in DEI conversations? This blog explores the complexities of Jewish identity in diversity, equity, and inclusion spaces, challenging assumptions and addressing the erasure of Jewish voices. Through personal reflection and real-life stories, it examines how oversimplifications undermine the core values of DEI and calls for a more inclusive approach that honors all lived experiences. Dive in to uncover how we can evolve the conversation to truly embrace empathy, compassion, and the richness of our collective diversity.

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