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Being the "First" or "Only": Strategies for Inclusive Leadership with Sarah Chapman Bacerra
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In this episode of the "Embracing Your Voice" podcast, I am joined by Sarah Chapman Bacerra, the founder and CEO of Trailblazing in Color, a San Diego-based organization development firm focused on supporting individuals and organizations paving the way for change.
Sarah Chapman Bacerra shares her journey of identity and empowerment, highlighting her experiences as a mixed-race, lesbian, community organizer, activist, and mother, and how these identities have shaped her professional path.
As a certified high-performance coach and facilitator with a background in organizational management, Sarah discusses her work in helping nonprofit and social impact organizations build high-performance team strategies and culture.
Sarah emphasizes the importance of amplifying everyone's voice and leading with authenticity to create inclusive and equitable environments.
The conversation delves into the founding of Trailblazing in Color and how Sarah's diverse professional experiences in corporate America, community organizing, and consulting led her to establish an organization focused on catalyzing behavior change and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Sarah shares insights on navigating tokenism, visibility, and the challenges faced by individuals who are the first or only representatives of their identity in professional spaces.
The discussion explores the complexities of being the first or only and the importance of community care and support in sustaining impactful leadership.
Finally, Sarah discusses the Trailblazing in Color podcast, which features conversations with change-makers from various sectors, aiming to inspire listeners and promote cross-pollination of ideas for creating more inclusive and equitable workplaces and communities.
If you enjoyed the show and you want to join our community of other women of color who are embracing their voice head over to https://embracingyourvoicepod.com/
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