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Intersectional Identities & ”isms” Missing in DEI Conversations ft. Jessie Prado
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In this episode of The Living Out Loud Discussion Series, I engage in a deep conversation with Jessie Prado. As one of my former students, Jessie brings a wealth of knowledge to the discussion on intersectional identities and 'isms' often overlooked in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) work. We get into topics like non-traditional family structures, ethical non-monogamy (ENM), and sizeism, and their relevance in the workspace. As an advocate for mental health and a queer Salvadorian, Jessie provides insights into their personal journey of learning and unlearning in their constant quest for professional growth. This discussion emphasizes the importance of being mindful of language, opening up dialogue, and making conscious efforts to guide these discussions on seemingly uncomfortable subjects in the DEI sphere.
Our Guest
Jessie Prado is an ASW with many interests in mental health advocacy, challenging dominant perspectives, and ongoing professional growth. Their specialization includes LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, size and non-traditional relationship structures, inclusivity, and intersectionality. They recently graduated with their MSW from California State University, Dominguez Hills, with an emphasis on community mental health, Critical Race Theory, and Intersectionality. Currently, they offer all-affirming clinical services to youths of all ages and aspire to continue or generate inclusivity conversations.
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jpradoasw/
Episode Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Discussion
01:08 Introducing the Guest Speaker: Jessie Prado
03:59 Defining All Affirming Spaces
04:59 Addressing Power Dynamics in the Conversation
07:14 The Importance of Challenging Dominant Perspectives
12:39 Unpacking Sizeism in Workplaces
24:07 Exploring Non-Traditional Family Structures
31:45 Understanding Ethical Non-Monogamy
32:34 Implications of ENM in Workspaces
33:08 Challenging Stereotypes and Biases
35:37 The Role of Language in Inclusivity
36:05 The Importance of Open-Mindedness
43:35 The Struggles of Learning and Unlearning
43:49 The Journey of Self-Reflection
47:49 The Challenges of Being a Learner
52:03 The Power of Open Questions
55:30 Wrapping Up
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