85 episodes
Raising Equity Dr. Kira Banks
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4.8 • 55 Ratings
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Raising Equity explores social issues and inspires listeners to create a more equitable world. Host, Dr. Kira Banks, is a psychologist, professor, consultant, wife and mother. She is a thought leader in diversity, equity & inclusion helping people and institutions bring their ideas into action. Dr. Banks is known for her work during the Ferguson Uprising where she was a consultant for the Ferguson Commission, local activists, and community organizations. More recently, she guided organizations after the murder of George Floyd to act beyond symbolic statements and make substantive change. Podcast and other videos available at http://bit.ly/RaiseEqYT
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SCOTUS Dismantles Affirmative Action
How will the affirmative action ruling shape DEI work? How does it influence our conversations about race? In this episode, I react to the recent ruling and highlight where I think we need to focus as we continue to push for progress amidst the backlash. #DrKira #HeyFolx #SCOTUS #AffirmativeAction #RaisingEquity #RaisingEquityPodcast #SupremeCourt
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How to Have Antiracist Conversations
Have you ever wondered _how_ to have antiracist conversations? In this episode, I speak with Dr. Roxy Manning about her book “How to Have AntiRacist Conversations: Embracing Our Full Humanity to Challenge White Supremacy.” Listen to learn and get some tips for your next conversation! #DrKira #RaisingEquity #RaisingEquityPodcast #DrRoxyManning #Antiracist #antiracism
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Lessons We Can Learn from Target
What do you think about Target Corp. pulling pride merch? In this episode of Raising Equity, I share three lessons I think we can all learn. I talk about how NOT to be a fair weather ally and how to be consistent in your commitment amidst backlash. Listen and share your thoughts in the comments!
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Hiring People of Color
I’ve seen many orgs struggle with hiring practices when it comes to recruiting and retaining people of color. First, let’s change the prevailing narrative: qualified people of color DO exist in all sectors and professions. Are you driving people of color hires away before they ever apply for the job? Or is your organization’s culture keeping POC hires from hanging around? It’s time to get honest about your practices and culture and reflect on WHY you’re having a tough time recruiting, promoting and retaining people of color. Maybe it’s time for an audit?#DrKira #RaisingEquity #RaisingEquityPodcast #hiring #diversityhiring #diversity #inclusion #dei #promotions
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FATIGUE
I’m hearing a lot of stories, from all sides, describing people tired of doing the work around DEI. Fatigue around processing oppression. Fatigue around the marginalized sharing their stories and experiences of oppression. Fatigue around doing difficult work that does not always yield immediate results. Keep in mind that this work is generational; it’s about ongoing work. When fatigued, find your rest and remember it’s a marathon and not a sprint. Staying clear about WHY your organization is doing this work will help you stay on track. #DrKira #HeyFolx #DEI #Diversity #DiversityDownload #fatigue #RaisingEquity #RaisingEquityPodcast
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Diversity in Hollywood
In this episode we learn from Julie Harris Oliver, host of the podcast The Other 50%. She has worked with production companies and producers to address the lack of diversity in the entertainment industry and to foster inclusive and equitable creative spaces. As a White woman doing diversity work, Julie shares how she has grown over the years in her awareness and her ability to take up space but most importantly share space and work collaboratively. #DrKira #RaisingEquityPodcast #HeyFolx #Hollywood #Entertainment #diversity #DEI #EquityAndInclusion #WhiteFolxWork #WhiteFolkWork #JulieHarrisOliver
https://youtu.be/8P_2SkJgABE
Customer Reviews
Underrated Podcast Alert!
This podcast has been a hidden gem in the sea of podcasts out there. Dr. Banks’ thoughtful analysis and ability to make the topics of race, parenting, mental health and discrimination accessible and understandable is second to none. Since listening to her podcast I have had the chance to hear her speak in person at my company on a similar topic and she did not disappoint. Thank you!
Such amazing and important conversations.
So grateful for this podcast. I’m learning so much and feeling more prepared to have vital conversations with my two young children about marginalized people and the systems that created and keep them there. These conversations are helping me be more aware of my own privilege and how I can leverage it to help break these cycles. Thank you for this work and making it available to the world.
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Love this! I love your first couple episodes the best because I am a middle schooler who is pansexual and demigirl. This makes me feel good and confident. Thank you.