Send us a Message

In this episode of The Empowered & Embodied Show, hosts Kim Romain and Louise Neal sit down with Camille Dundas -- Editor-in-Chief of ByBlacks.com and Founder of The IDEA Practice -- to explore what it truly means to belong.

Together, we unpack how home extends far beyond geography into the heart of community, inclusion, and connection. Camille shares how belonging has guided her life and work, from newsrooms to boardrooms, and how authentic leadership and respect can transform our workplaces and ourselves.

This conversation invites you to rethink what it means to create spaces of trust and humanity amid a rapidly changing world.

Key Takeaways

• Home is not a place, it’s a feeling of belonging and connection.
• Belonging is a consistent thread in both personal growth and professional impact.
• True inclusion requires vulnerability, honesty, and intentional action.
• Respect is the foundation of belonging in communities and workplaces.
• Every person deserves to feel seen, heard, and valued.

Key Moments

00:00 – Opening Reflection

01:41 – Welcome and Introductions

02:36 – Defining “Home” and What It Means to Belong

07:00 – The Thread of Belonging in Work and Life

09:06 – Why Inclusion Is Under Attack

11:42 – Technology, AI, and the Loss of Human Connection

14:19 – Rebuilding Community and Collective Care

19:25 – Respect as the Foundation of Belonging

26:20 – Supporting Leaders in Building Inclusive Cultures

32:01 – Vulnerability and the Power of Empathy

38:02 – Listening Practices That Build Belonging

41:18 – Closing Thoughts and Goodbyes

Connect With Camille

Camille's Website: http://camilledundas.com

ByBlacks.com — Canada’s leading Black online magazine

The IDEA Practice — Camille’s DEI education and consulting firm

Connect with Camille Dundas on LinkedIn

Join a circle of changemakers committed to leading with purpose, presence and ease inside Kim's Rising Visionaries mentorship program.

Reclaim your career and confidence during midlife through Louise's Rise & Redefine program.

If you’re loving this show, come check out the Feminist Podcasters Collective, where creators like us are uplifting diverse voices and driving meaningful change. If you’re looking for new shows to fill your feed, head to https://feministpodcasterscollective.com