EP 77. Lessons In Diversity and Inclusion with Patty Narváez-Wheeler, MSW

In this episode, Emilie and Whitney sit down with Patty Narváez-Wheeler, the owner of Practica Consulting, and anti-racist educator. Patty shares her journey to becoming an anti-racist educator, bringing a real passion for diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI) into organizations.

She candidly speaks about a previous role where the absence of the right DEI foundations led to a negative impact. Patty also shares the lessons from that experience and the need for organizations to critically examine their internal practices and be responsive to the community's needs, especially in serving BIPOC communities.

Patty shares some incredible stories that have helped shape her work. With her unique blend of professional experience, personal anecdotes, and insights, Patty offers practical solutions to manage and cultivate diversity, equality, and inclusion in organizations. It's an episode packed with valuable advice for anyone invested in creating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive community.

EPISODE RESOURCES:

Books:
The E-Myth - Michael E. Gerber
What Is Antiracism?: And Why It Means Anticapitalism - Arun Kundnani
Long Walk to Freedom: The Autobiography of Nelson Mandela - Nelson Mandela
Neruda on the Park - Cleyvis Natera
Once Upon a Homeland - Laila Huneidi

Connect With Patty:
Website (https://practicaconsultingpnw.com/)
LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricia-narvaez-wheeler/)

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