Our Experiences with Privilege and Inclusion with Joanne Conway, Head of Inclusion and Culture, International at DLA Piper
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Have you ever wondered how a person's humble beginnings can shape their journey to becoming an influential leader and advocate for diversity and inclusion? Join us as we sit down with a phenomenal woman, Joanne Conway, who turns her challenging childhood into a powerful narrative of resilience and success. Joanne, the Head of Inclusion and Culture, International at DLA Piper, shares her story of growing up in disadvantaged areas and offers practical tips on how to navigate uncertainty and build strong networks.
As we delve deeper into the conversation, we explore a topic that often stirs up discomfort – privilege. We share personal journeys of grappling with this concept and discuss how leaders can reflect on and address their privilege to foster inclusivity. Joanne even provides a sneak peek into our ongoing research on creating a framework for leaders to make systemic changes in organisations. The discussion doesn't stop there. We dive into the intricacies of diversity and inclusion in organizations, sharing our perspectives and experiences. We emphasize the need for patience, a strong foundation, and the crucial role of leaders in implementing diversity initiatives. So, tune in to enrich your understanding of diversity, inclusion, belonging, and equity in the workplace.
Chapters
1. Our Experiences with Privilege and Inclusion with Joanne Conway, Head of Inclusion and Culture, International at DLA Piper (00:00:00)
2. The Journey of Leadership and Inclusion (00:00:09)
3. Privilege's Impact on Leadership (00:11:32)
4. The Journey Towards Diversity and Inclusion (00:26:39)
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