The link between DEI & comedy with Luna Malbroux, Founder @ Joy Channel

Luna Malbroux is the founder and “Chief Vibe Officer” of Joy Channel. She’s an experienced facilitator, speaker, and leader in creating inclusive spaces. A self-described “joy evangelist” – she believes that fostering belonging, community, communication, connection and fun is the missing link in many approaches to DEI initiatives. She’s also an award-winning comedian, writer, musician, and public intellect whose work has been featured in KQED, NPR, Glamour Magazine, The Atlantic, and more. 

Today, Luna sits down to chat how unwavering dedication to a community, thought, or idea will take you and your brand far - and why building spaces where people can feel human is the best practice for an authentic (and fun!) work environment. Along the way, she shares the essentials of creating these connected communities. Between laughs and hard lessons, Luna teaches us about what it’s like to be a comedian, DEI consultant, and joyful human in this cultural climate. 

Here’s a peek at some of the topics we explore:

Why drag queens and burlesque dancers are the best teachers of equitable business practices.

How humor can be the key to opening people’s minds to difficult topics.

“Nothing about us, without us.” - The best way to partner with marginalized communities.

The key to doing it all is to give everything its season.

How to know if you’re practicing equity or just performing it – most brands aren’t good actors.

Why it’s not dangerous to be a comedian right now – unless you’re lazy.

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