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Beyond Words: Embodied Practices for Real DEI and Racial Equity
Social Justice Kathryn Goetz Social Justice Kathryn Goetz

Beyond Words: Embodied Practices for Real DEI and Racial Equity

In recent years, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has become a focal point in workplaces, schools, and communities across the nation. But for DEI and racial equity to truly succeed, it’s essential to go beyond conversations and implement practices that support healing and embodiment. Why? Because the stress of racism and discord impacts everyone’s health—physically, mentally, and emotionally.

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Making America Great with DEI: Liberty and Justice for All
Social Justice Kathryn Goetz Social Justice Kathryn Goetz

Making America Great with DEI: Liberty and Justice for All

How do we reclaim DEI’s true purpose? By starting with ourselves—cultivating compassion, creating brave spaces, and leading with love. DEI isn't a zero-sum game; it's a pathway to harmony and justice for everyone. Be Strong Families envisions a world where communities thrive in interdependence and peace, leaving a legacy of equity for generations to come.

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Racial Equity and DEI Work: A Dozen Dynamics that Hinder Collaboration
Social Justice Kathryn Goetz Social Justice Kathryn Goetz

Racial Equity and DEI Work: A Dozen Dynamics that Hinder Collaboration

In the journey toward meaningful racial equity and DEI, a series of challenging dynamics often arises, complicating true collaboration. This blog explores a dozen issues that hinder progress, from essentializing stereotypes to the double standards surrounding allyship, trust, and responsibility in anti-racist work. The blog’s author, writing from a perspective labeled “white,” sheds light on these paradoxes, emphasizing how both structural and emotional barriers can obstruct genuine change.

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Navigating Whiteness as an Ally and a Leader: Reflections on Identity, Privilege, Behavior, and Intent
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Navigating Whiteness as an Ally and a Leader: Reflections on Identity, Privilege, Behavior, and Intent

Navigating leadership and allyship involves more than simply acknowledging privilege—it requires intentional action. This reflection delves into the complexities of racial equity and how positionality impacts leadership roles. Privilege, while important to recognize, doesn't inherently shift power dynamics. It’s through behavior that meaningful change occurs. Effective allyship focuses on active listening, deferring to lived expertise, and avoiding the tendency to center oneself in diverse spaces. By prioritizing humility and collaboration, leaders can move beyond performative allyship to create more equitable, inclusive environments that uplift marginalized voices.

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Real Talk about Equity and Non-Profit Financial Administration
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Real Talk about Equity and Non-Profit Financial Administration

Be Strong Families has charged itself with doing the work it takes to be an organization that promotes equity in everything we do and as part of who we are. We know that part of equity leadership is consciousness — the value of centering equity, the desire to lead equitably. Part of equity leadership is creating a culture of inclusion and minding how we relate to each other; part of equity leadership is hardwired into policy.

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The Equity of the Human Experience
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The Equity of the Human Experience

Be Strong Families is an organization focused on building trust. We do this by valuing shared experiences and committing to human-centered practices.

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