In this enlightening episode, hosts Priya Bates and Advita Patel chat with the remarkable Courtney Williams about building a culture of inclusivity and diversity. They reflect on their personal identities beyond professional achievements, stressing the importance of authenticity and the role of diverse perspectives in driving business success.

The dialogue touches on the evolution of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) over the last decade. While acknowledging the initial focus on racial demographics, Courtney explains the shift towards a more holistic approach that appreciates intersectional identities. Despite resistance and misconceptions, the trio emphasises DEI's value to organizations drawn from data and real-life experiences.

The episode delves into the inspiring work of the Obama Foundation, focusing on the imminent Obama Presidential Center in Chicago. The Foundation's noble mission to inspire, empower, and connect future leaders complements its robust training and recruitment efforts to create thriving job opportunities within overlooked communities.

The Obama Foundation's global digital plan, leadership programming, and business diversity policy further illustrate its dedication to accessibility and community empowerment. The episode concludes by shedding light on Courtney's personal and professional triumphs and the enriching experience of working at the Foundation.

Notes from the show:

Find out more about the Obama Foundation and sign up for their newsletters at www.obama.org or @obama across social media.

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Did you know? you can now order Priya and Advita's new book Building a Culture of Inclusivity

Order from

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Discount Code ALLME20

The book is available in most online stores including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Waterstones, Indigo etc… and in some physical ones as well.

Don't miss out. Get your copy of the book now and be part of the DEI conversation.

Building a Culture of Inclusivity

Effective Internal Communication For Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Want to evaluate where your business stands when it comes to the EI? Visit our website to learn more:

https://aleaderlikeme.com/

Have any questions? Would you like to book Priya and or Advita for a speaking event? Don't hesitate to reach out to us at info@aleaderlikeme.com

For our latest updates, continue to follow our LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram @aleaderlikeme.

If you read our book and would like to give us your honest review, feel free to post on social media. Don't forget to use the #ALLME and tag us.

Thank you for your continued support as we drive global DEI/EDI conversations forward.

“We're focused on KPIs, we're focused on actually driving change, helping people through that change through the communications expertise. And it's really, it's all connected. And it's embedded,”

- Priya Bates

Welcome to a bonus episode of A Leader Like Me, where we launch our new season in which we'll be getting real about Building a culture of inclusion with the leaders who are making it happen.

In this bonus episode, Advita Patel and Priya Bates, Co-founders of A Leader Like Me, explore the challenges of sustaining inclusion in different organization.

Priya and Advita reveal A Leader Like Me's exciting new direction and how they can help bridge the gap between awareness and action.

Join us as we explore evidence-based strategies that drive real change.

Don't miss out! Tune in each Thursday for a new episode with a new guest and be inspired, empowered, and ready to make a positive impact.

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Did you know? you can now order Priya and Advita's new book Building a Culture of Inclusivity

Order from

https://www.koganpage.com/

Discount Code ALLME20

The book is available in most online stores including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Waterstones, Indigo etc… and in some physical ones as well.

Don't miss out. Get your copy of the book now and be part of the DEI conversation.

Building a Culture of Inclusivity

Effective Internal Communication For Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Want to evaluate where your business stands when it comes to the EI? Visit our website to learn more:

https://aleaderlikeme.com/

Have any questions? Would you like to book Priya and or Advita for a speaking event? Don't hesitate to reach out to us at info@aleaderlikeme.com

For our latest updates, continue to follow our LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram @aleaderlikeme.

If you read our book and would like to give us your honest review, feel free to head to social media and don't forget to use the #ALLME and tag us.

Thank you for your continued support as we drive global DEI/EDI conversations forward.

"I want sport to be more reflective of the world that we live in. So that is representation from a diversity point of view. But also, treating people as a whole. A person is not just a person of color. There's so many other characteristics and lived experiences that an individual brings. So it's about accepting a person as a whole, and really creating that belonging for them to be whoever they want in whichever sport they play. And hoping that we do reflect the society that we live in, and serve."

• Shruti Saujani

In the final episode of Amplifying Diverse Voices season 3, Advita Patel and Priya Bates, Co-founders of A Leader Like Me, were delighted to be joined by Shruti Saujani from the Football Association where she's the EDI lead Equity Diversity and Inclusion. Shruthi is super passionate about making sports for all.

Dive into the world of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in sports as Shruti shares her inspiring story and passion for making a difference.

Discover how she transformed her dreams inspired by "Bend It Like Beckham" into a reality, breaking barriers for South Asian women in the sports arena.

Join us as we explore Shruti's journey, her recognition as a sports industry next-gen leader, and the impactful initiatives she leads to empower underrepresented groups and reshape the industry of sports making it more inclusive and diverse.

Don't miss out! Tune in now to be inspired, empowered, and ready to make a positive impact.

Connect with Shruti to follow her inspiring journey: Shruti Saujani on LinkedIn

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Did you know? you can now order Priya and Advita's new book Building a Culture of Inclusivity

Order from

https://www.koganpage.com/

Discount Code ALLME20

The book is available in most online stores including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Waterstones, Indigo etc… and in some physical ones as well.

Stay tuned for weekly episodes of season 3 of Amplifying Diverse Voices.

Don't miss out. Get your copy of the book now and be part of the DEI conversation.

Building a Culture of Inclusivity

Effective Internal Communication For Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Want to evaluate where your business stands when it comes to the EI? Visit our website to learn more:

https://aleaderlikeme.com/

Have any questions? Would you like to book Priya and or Advita for a speaking event? Don't hesitate to reach out to us at info@aleaderlikeme.com

For our latest updates, continue to follow our LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram @aleaderlikeme.

If you read our book and would like to give us your honest review, feel free to head to social media and don't forget to use the #ALLME and tag us.

Thank you for your continued support as we drive global DEI/EDI conversations forward.